'Snoopers' charter' returns again as peers re-introduce surveillance measures into the latest terrorism bill

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Yet again peers try to pass the twice-rejected Communications Data Bill by the back door

The so-called "snoopers' charter" is back with new amendments to the Counter-Terrorism and Security Bill expected to be tabled today - less than a week after a public outcry forced them out of the ...

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