Abu Qatada released from prison
Terror suspect Abu Qatada has been released on bail from Long Lartin Prison in Worcestershire, a day after winning the latest round in his legal fight against deportation to Jordan.
Judges at the Special Immigration Appeals Commission yesterday ruled that evidence gained through torture could still be used against Qatada, denying him the right to a fair trial. The Home Secretary confirmed she will appeal the ruling.
What next in the Abu Qatada deportation battle?
Successive governments have tried for years to deport him but Qatada has fought them every step of the way. What next in the ongoing battle?
Abu Qatada returns home after bail appeal victory
The terror suspect smiled as he arrived home, having been freed from jail as a result of a win in the latest round of his deportation fight.
Abu Qatada to be freed on bail after appeal victory
Terror suspect Abu Qatada will be released from prison today after winning the latest round in his fight against deportation to Jordan.