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Counter-Terrorism and Sentencing Act 2021

2021 c. 11

An Act to make provision about the sentencing of offenders convicted of terrorism offences, of offences with a terrorist connection or of certain other offences; to make other provision in relation to terrorism; and for connected purposes.

Enacted[29th April 2021]
Be it enacted by the Queen's most Excellent Majesty, by and with the advice and consent of the Lords Spiritual and Temporal, and Commons, in this present Parliament assembled, and by the authority of the same, as follows:—

PART 1  Sentencing of terrorist and certain other offenders

Offences to be sentenced as terrorist offences

I11 Offences aggravated by terrorist connection

1 The Sentencing Code is amended as set out in subsections (2) and (3).
2 In section 69 (offences aggravated by terrorist connection)—
a in subsection (1), for the words from “specified” to the end substitute “ within subsection (4) or (5) ”;
b after subsection (3) insert—
3 Before Schedule 1 insert, as Schedule A1, the Schedule set out in Part 1 of Schedule 1 to this Act.
4 The Counter-Terrorism Act 2008 is amended as follows.
5 In section 30 (offences aggravated by terrorist connection: Northern Ireland)—
a in subsection (1), for the words from “specified” to the end substitute “ within subsection (5A) or (5B) ”;
b after subsection (5) insert—
;
c omit subsection (6).
6 In section 31 (offences aggravated by terrorist connection: Scotland)—
a in subsection (1), for the words from “specified” to “considered)” substitute “ within subsection (4A) or (4B) ”;
b after subsection (4) insert—
;
c omit subsection (5).
7 After Schedule 1 insert, as Schedule 1A, the Schedule set out in Part 2 of Schedule 1 to this Act.

2 Meaning of “serious terrorism offence”: England and Wales

In the Sentencing Code—
a in section 306 (extended sentences: meaning of “specified offence” etc), in subsection (2), after the definition of “serious harm” insert—
;
b after Schedule 17 insert, as Schedule 17A, the Schedule set out in Schedule 2 to this Act.

3 Offences relevant for provisions of this Act relating to Northern Ireland

1 The Criminal Justice (Northern Ireland) Order 2008 (S.I. 2008/1216 (N.I. 1)) is amended as follows.
2 In Article 12 (interpretation of Chapter 3 of Part 2 (dangerous offenders and other terrorist offenders))—
a in paragraph (3), before the definition of “life sentence” insert—
;
b after paragraph (5) insert—
3 After Schedule 2 insert, as Schedule 2A, the Schedule set out in Schedule 3 to this Act.

Serious terrorism sentences

4 Serious terrorism sentence for adults aged under 21: England and Wales

After section 268 of the Sentencing Code insert—

5 Serious terrorism sentence for adults aged 21 or over: England and Wales

After section 282 of the Sentencing Code insert—

6 Serious terrorism sentence: Scotland

1 After section 205 of the Criminal Procedure (Scotland) Act 1995 insert—
2 After Schedule 5 to that Act insert, as Schedule 5ZA, the Schedule set out in Schedule 4 to this Act.

7 Serious terrorism sentence: Northern Ireland

In the Criminal Justice (Northern Ireland) Order 2008 (S.I. 2008/1216 (N.I. 1)), after Article 13 insert—

Serious terrorism sentences: supplementary provision

8 Reduction in appropriate custodial term for guilty pleas: England and Wales

In section 73 of the Sentencing Code (reduction in sentences for guilty pleas), after subsection (2) insert—

9 Reduction in appropriate custodial term for guilty pleas: Scotland

In section 196 of the Criminal Procedure (Scotland) Act 1995 (sentence following guilty plea), after subsection (1A) insert—

10 Reduction in appropriate custodial term for assistance to prosecution: England and Wales

In section 74 of the Sentencing Code (reduction in sentence for assistance to prosecution), after subsection (4) insert—

Life or indeterminate sentences for serious terrorism offences

I211 Minimum term order for serious terrorism offenders: England and Wales

In section 323 of the Sentencing Code (minimum term order: other life sentences), after subsection (2) insert—

12 Minimum punishment part for serious terrorism offenders: Scotland

After section 205ZA of the Criminal Procedure (Scotland) Act 1995 (inserted by section 6) insert—

13 Minimum tariff for serious terrorism offenders given life sentences: Northern Ireland

1 The Life Sentences (Northern Ireland) Order 2001 (S.I. 2001/2564 (N.I. 2)) is amended as follows.
2 In Article 5(2) (length of tariff), after “shall” insert “ (subject to Article 5A (serious terrorism cases)) ”.
3 After Article 5 insert—

14 Minimum custodial period for serious terrorism offenders given indeterminate custodial sentences: Northern Ireland

1 Article 13 of the Criminal Justice (Northern Ireland) Order 2008 (S.I. 2008/1216 (N.I. 1)) (life sentences and indeterminate custodial sentences) is amended as follows.
2 In paragraph (3)(b), after “being” insert “ (subject to paragraphs (3A) to (3E)) ”.
3 After paragraph (3) insert—

Extended sentences

I315 Additional offences attracting extended sentence: England and Wales

1 Part 1 of Schedule 18 to the Sentencing Code (specified violent offences attracting extended sentence) is amended as follows.
2 In paragraph 5 (offences under the Explosive Substances Act 1883), at the end insert—
3 After paragraph 11 insert—
4 In paragraph 13 (offences under the Aviation Security Act 1982), at the end insert—
5 After paragraph 13 insert—
6 In paragraph 19 (offences under the Aviation and Maritime Security Act 1990), at the end insert—
7 After paragraph 20 insert—

I416 Increase in extension period for serious terrorism offenders aged under 18: England and Wales

1 Section 256(4) of the Sentencing Code (limits on extension period in term of extended sentence of detention) is amended as follows.
2 In paragraph (b)—
a in sub-paragraph (i), at the end insert “ (unless sub-paragraph (iii) applies) ”;
b in sub-paragraph (ii), at the end insert “ (unless sub-paragraph (iii) applies) ”;
c after sub-paragraph (ii) insert—
3 In the words after paragraph (b), for “and “specified terrorism offence”” substitute “, “specified terrorism offence” and “serious terrorism offence””.

I517 Increase in extension period for adult serious terrorism offenders aged under 21: England and Wales

1 Section 268(4) of the Sentencing Code (limits on extension period in term of extended sentence of detention in a young offender institution) is amended as follows.
2 In paragraph (b)—
a in sub-paragraph (i), at the end insert “ (unless sub-paragraph (iii) applies); ”;
b in sub-paragraph (ii), at the end insert “ (unless sub-paragraph (iii) applies); ”;
c after sub-paragraph (ii) insert—
3 In the words after paragraph (b), for “and “specified terrorism offence”” substitute “, “specified terrorism offence” and “serious terrorism offence””.

I618 Increase in extension period for serious terrorism offenders aged 21 or over: England and Wales

1 Section 281(4) of the Sentencing Code (limits on extension period in term of extended sentence of imprisonment) is amended as follows.
2 In paragraph (b)—
a in sub-paragraph (i), at the end insert “ (unless sub-paragraph (iii) applies) ”;
b in sub-paragraph (ii), at the end insert “ (unless sub-paragraph (iii) applies) ”;
c after sub-paragraph (ii) insert—
3 In the words after paragraph (b), for “and “specified terrorism offence”” substitute “, “specified terrorism offence” and “serious terrorism offence””.

19 Additional terrorism offences attracting extended sentence: Scotland

1 The Criminal Procedure (Scotland) Act 1995 is amended as follows.
2 In section 210A(10) (extended sentences for terrorist offenders etc: interpretation), for the definition of “terrorism offence” substitute—
.
3 After Schedule 5ZB to that Act (inserted by section 23) insert, as Schedule 5ZC, the Schedule set out in Schedule 5 to this Act.

20 Extended custodial sentences for serious terrorism offenders: Northern Ireland

1 Article 14 of the Criminal Justice (Northern Ireland) Order 2008 (S.I. 2008/1216 (N.I. 1)) (extended custodial sentences) is amended as follows.
2 In paragraph (1)—
a in sub-paragraph (a), for the words from “convicted” to the end (including the final “and”) substitute
;
b after sub-paragraph (a) insert—
.
3 In paragraph (8)—
a in sub-paragraph (a), for “; and” substitute “ (unless sub-paragraph (c) applies); ”;
b in sub-paragraph (b), at the end insert “ (unless sub-paragraph (c) applies); and ”;
c after sub-paragraph (b) insert—

Other custodial sentences for terrorist offenders

I721 Offences attracting special custodial sentence for offenders of particular concern: England and Wales

1 In the Sentencing Code, for Schedule 13 (offences attracting special custodial sentence for offenders of particular concern) substitute the Schedule set out in Schedule 6 to this Act.
2 The amendment made by subsection (1) does not apply where a person is convicted of an offence before the day on which this section comes into force.

22 Special custodial sentence for certain terrorist offenders aged under 18 at time of offence: England and Wales

1 The Sentencing Code is amended as follows.
2 After section 252 insert—
3 In section 265 (special sentence of detention in young offender institution for offenders of particular concern)—
a in subsection (1)(b)—
i omit sub-paragraph (i) (including the final “and”);
ii in sub-paragraph (ii), after “aged” insert “ at least 18 but ”;
b after subsection (1) insert—
4 In section 278 (special sentence of imprisonment for offenders of particular concern)—
a in subsection (1)(b), omit sub-paragraph (i) (including the final “and”);
b after subsection (1) insert—

23 Terrorism sentence with fixed licence period: Scotland

1 The Criminal Procedure (Scotland) Act 1995 is amended as follows.
2 After section 205ZB (inserted by section 12) insert—
3 After Schedule 5ZA (inserted by section 6) insert, as Schedule 5ZB, the Schedule set out in Schedule 7 to this Act.

24 Terrorism sentence with fixed licence period: Northern Ireland

In the Criminal Justice (Northern Ireland) Order 2008 (S.I. 2008/1216 (N.I. 1)), after Article 15 insert—

Sentencing for service offences

25 Corresponding provision under service law

Schedule 8 makes provision in relation to sentencing under service law that corresponds to certain provision made by this Part.

Maximum sentences

26 Increase in maximum sentences for certain terrorist offences

1 In the Terrorism Act 2000—
a in section 11(3)(a) (sentence on conviction on indictment for membership of proscribed organisation), for “ten” substitute “ 14 ”;
b in section 12(6)(a) (sentence on conviction on indictment for inviting or expressing support for proscribed organisation), for “ten” substitute “ 14 ”.
2 In the Terrorism Act 2006, in section 8(4)(a) (sentence on conviction on indictment for attendance at place used for terrorist training), for “10” substitute “ 14 ”.
3 An amendment made by this section has effect only in relation to an offence committed on or after the day on which this section comes into force.

PART 2  Release of terrorist offenders

Removal or restriction of early release for terrorist prisoners

27 Removal of early release for dangerous terrorist prisoners: England and Wales

1 The Criminal Justice Act 2003 is amended as follows.
2 In section 247A (restricted eligibility for release on licence of terrorist prisoners) (as amended by Schedule 13)—
a in subsection (2), for paragraph (a) substitute—
;
b after subsection (2) insert—
3 For Schedule 19ZA substitute the Schedule set out in Schedule 9 to this Act.

28 Removal of early release for dangerous terrorist prisoners: Scotland

1 The Prisoners and Criminal Proceedings (Scotland) Act 1993 is amended as follows.
2 In section 1AB (restricted eligibility for release on licence of terrorist prisoners) (as amended by Schedule 13)—
a in subsection (2), for paragraph (a) substitute—
;
b after subsection (2) insert—
3 For Schedule 1A substitute the Schedule set out in Schedule 10 to this Act.

29 Further provision about release of terrorist prisoners: Scotland

After section 26 of the Prisoners and Criminal Proceedings (Scotland) Act 1993 insert—

30 Restricted eligibility for early release of terrorist prisoners: Northern Ireland

1 In the Criminal Justice (Northern Ireland) Order 2008 (S.I. 2008/1216 (N.I. 1)), after Article 20 insert—
2 The amendment made by subsection (1) does not affect any duty of the Department of Justice under Chapter 4 of Part 2 of the Criminal Justice (Northern Ireland) Order 2008 to release a person whose release has been directed by the Parole Commissioners before this section comes into force.

31 Removal of early release for dangerous terrorist prisoners: Northern Ireland

In Article 20A of the Criminal Justice (Northern Ireland) Order 2008 (S.I. 2008/1216 (N.I. 1)) (as inserted by section 30) (eligibility for release on licence of terrorist prisoners), after paragraph (2) insert—

Polygraph conditions in licences for release

32 Polygraph licence conditions for terrorist offenders: England and Wales

1 The Offender Management Act 2007 is amended as follows.
2 In section 28 (application of polygraph condition)—
a in subsection (2), before “who” insert “ or a relevant terrorist offence ”;
b after subsection (4) insert—
3 In section 29 (effect of polygraph condition), after subsection (7) insert—

Repatriated terrorist prisoners

33 Release on licence of terrorist prisoners repatriated to the United Kingdom

Schedule 11 provides for the application of certain provision made by this Part and the Terrorist Offenders (Restriction of Early Release) Act 2020 to terrorist prisoners who are repatriated, or responsibility for whom is transferred, to the United Kingdom.

PART 3  Prevention and investigation of terrorism

Terrorism prevention and investigation measures

34 TPIMs: condition as to involvement in terrorism-related activity

In section 3 of the Terrorism Prevention and Investigation Measures Act 2011 (conditions for imposition of measures), in subsection (1), for “is satisfied, on the balance of probabilities,” substitute “ reasonably believes ”.

35 TPIMs: extension of time limit

1 The Terrorism Prevention and Investigation Measures Act 2011 (the “2011 Act”) is amended in accordance with subsections (2) to (6).
2 For the italic heading before section 5, substitute “ Duration of measures ”.
3 In section 5 (two year limit for TPIM notices)—
a in subsection (3)(b), for “only one occasion” substitute “ up to four occasions ”;
b in the heading, for “Two” substitute “ Five ”.
4 In section 12 (variation of measures), in subsection (9)(a), for “without being extended under section 5(2)” substitute “ as mentioned in section 13(6)(a) ”.
5 In section 13 (revocation and revival of TPIM notice)—
a in subsection (6)(a)—
i the words “without being extended under section 5(2)” become sub-paragraph (i);
ii at the end of that sub-paragraph (i) insert
;
b in subsection (7)(b), at the end insert “ (and regardless of how many times it has been so extended) ”;
c in subsection (9)—
i omit the “and” at the end of paragraph (a);
ii after paragraph (b) insert
6 In section 14 (replacement of quashed TPIM notice), for subsection (3) substitute—
7 The amendments made by this section do not apply in relation to—
a a TPIM notice served before the day on which this section comes into force, or
b a replacement TPIM notice served on or after that day in a case where—
i the overturned notice to which it relates was served before that day, and
ii the Secretary of State has not made a determination under section 14(6)(b) of the 2011 Act (certain provisions not to apply as if replacement notice was continuation of original notice) in relation to the replacement TPIM notice.
8 In subsection (7)—
  • TPIM notice” has the meaning given by section 2(1) of the 2011 Act;
  • “replacement TPIM notice” and “overturned notice” have the meanings given by section 14(7) of that Act.

36 TPIMs: variation of measures

1 The Terrorism Prevention and Investigation Measures Act 2011 is amended as follows.
2 In section 12 (variation of measures)—
a after subsection (1) insert—
;
b in each of subsections (7), (8), (9) and (10), after “subsection (1)” insert “ or (1A) ”;
c at the end insert—
3 In section 16 (appeals)—
a in subsection (2), in the words before paragraph (a)—
i after “varies” insert “ under section 12(1)(c) ”;
ii omit “(see section 12(1)(c))”;
b after subsection (2) insert—
4 In section 21 (expiry and repeal of TPIM powers), in subsection (8), in the definition of “Secretary of State's TPIM powers”, in paragraph (c) after “12(1)(c)” insert “ or (1A) ”.
5 In Schedule 5 (powers of entry etc), in paragraph 5(2), for paragraph (c) (but not the final “or”) substitute—
.

37 TPIMs: extension of residence measure

In Schedule 1 to the Terrorism Prevention and Investigation Measures Act 2011 (measures)—
a in the heading before paragraph 1, omit “Overnight”, and
b in paragraph 1(2)(c) and (8)(a), omit “overnight”.

38 TPIMs: polygraph measure

1 In Schedule 1 to the Terrorism Prevention and Investigation Measures Act 2011 (measures), after paragraph 10 insert—
2 In section 17 of that Act (jurisdiction in relation to decisions under the Act), in subsection (3), after paragraph (c) insert—
.

39 TPIMs: drug testing measure

1 In Schedule 1 to the Terrorism Prevention and Investigation Measures Act 2011 (measures), after paragraph 10ZA (inserted by section 38) insert—
2 In section 17 of that Act (jurisdiction in relation to decisions under the Act), in subsection (3), after paragraph (ca) (inserted by section 38) insert—
.

40 TPIMs: provision of information

1 Schedule 1 to the Terrorism Prevention and Investigation Measures Act 2011 (measures) is amended as follows.
2 In paragraph 7 (electronic communication device measure)—
a in sub-paragraph (4), at the end insert—
;
b in sub-paragraph (6)(c) and (d), after “designed or adapted” insert “ , or capable of being adapted, ”.
3 After paragraph 12 insert—

41 TPIMs: annual review

1 In section 20 of the Terrorism Prevention and Investigation Measures Act 2011 (reviews of the operation of that Act)—
a after subsection (1) insert—
;
b in subsection (2), after “calendar year” insert “ after 2026 ”;
c in subsection (4), for “subsection (2)” substitute “ this section ”;
d after subsection (6) insert—
2 Subsection (1) does not affect any duty to carry out a review further to a notification given under section 20(2) of the Terrorism Prevention and Investigation Measures Act 2011 before the coming into force of this section.

Notification requirements under Part 4 of the Counter-Terrorism Act 2008

42 Additional offences attracting notification requirements

In section 41(1) of the Counter-Terrorism Act 2008 (terrorism offences that attract notification requirements under Part 4 of that Act), after paragraph (e) insert—

Serious crime prevention orders

43 Police powers to apply for serious crime prevention orders in terrorism cases

Schedule 12 amends the Serious Crime Act 2007 to make provision conferring powers on chief officers of police to apply for serious crime prevention orders in terrorism-related cases.

44 Serious crime prevention orders: review of operation of police powers

1 The Secretary of State must—
a review the operation of the amendments made by this Act to the Serious Crime Act 2007 (see Schedule 12), and
b publish the outcome of the review in a report.
2 The report must be published before the end of the period of 3 years beginning with the day on which section 43 comes into force.
3 The Secretary of State must lay the report before Parliament.

“Prevent” strategy

45 Persons vulnerable to being drawn into terrorism: timing of independent review

1 In section 20 of the Counter-Terrorism and Border Security Act 2019 (support for persons vulnerable to being drawn into terrorism)—
a in subsection (8), omit the words from “, within the period” to “passed,”;
b in subsection (9), omit the words from “, within the period” to the end.
2 The amendments made by subsection (1) are to be treated as having had effect from the time when section 20 of the Counter-Terrorism and Border Security Act 2019 came into force.

PART 4  General

I846 Consequential and related amendments

Schedule 13 contains consequential and other related amendments.

47 Power to state effect in Sentencing Act 2020 of commencement of amendments made by this Act

The power in section 419(1) of the Sentencing Act 2020 (power to state effect of commencement provisions) applies in relation to any amendment or repeal made by or under this Act of that Act as it applies in relation to an amendment or repeal made by Schedule 22 to that Act.

48 Power to make further consequential provision

1 The Secretary of State may by regulations make provision in consequence of this Act.
2 The power conferred by subsection (1) includes power—
a to amend, repeal or revoke any provision of primary legislation or subordinate legislation (including legislation passed or made on or before the last day of the Session in which this Act is passed);
b to make different provision for different purposes;
c to make transitional, transitory or saving provision.
3 Regulations under this section are to be made by statutory instrument.
4 A statutory instrument that contains (with or without other provision) regulations under this section which amend, repeal or revoke primary legislation may not be made unless a draft of the instrument has been laid before, and approved by a resolution of, each House of Parliament.
5 Any other statutory instrument that contains regulations under this section is subject to annulment in pursuance of a resolution of either House of Parliament.
6 In this section—
  • primary legislation” means—
    1. an Act of Parliament;
    2. an Act of the Scottish Parliament;
    3. an Act or Measure of Senedd Cymru;
    4. Northern Ireland legislation;
  • subordinate legislation” means—
    1. subordinate legislation within the meaning of the Interpretation Act 1978;
    2. an instrument made under an Act of the Scottish Parliament;
    3. an instrument made under an Act or Measure of Senedd Cymru;
    4. an instrument made under Northern Ireland legislation.
7 In the Criminal Justice and Court Services Act 2000—
a in section 77 (supplementary and consequential provision), at the end insert—
;
b in section 78(2) (meaning of “enactment”), after “in this Part” insert “ other than section 77(3) ”.

49 Extent

1 A provision of this Act which amends, repeals or revokes an enactment has the same extent within the United Kingdom as the enactment amended, repealed or revoked.
2 Subject to subsections (3) and (4), the other provisions of this Act extend to England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.
3 Section 21(2) extends to England and Wales only.
4 Section 45(2) extends to England and Wales and Scotland.
5 Nothing in subsections (1) to (4) limits the extent within the United Kingdom of any provision made, or inserted, by or under this Act so far as it is applied (by whatever words) by or under the Armed Forces Act 2006.
6 Subsections (1) and (2) of section 384 of the Armed Forces Act 2006 (extent outside the United Kingdom) apply to the armed forces provisions as those subsections apply to the provisions of that Act.
7 The following are “armed forces provisions”—
a a provision made, or inserted, by or under this Act so far as it is applied (by whatever words) by or under the Armed Forces Act 2006;
b an amendment, modification or repeal made by or under this Act of—
i a provision of or made under the Armed Forces Act 2006,
ii a provision that amends, modifies or repeals a provision of, or made under, that Act, or
iii any other provision, so far as the provision is applied (by whatever words) by or under that Act.
8 The power under section 39(6) of the Terrorism Act 2006 (extension to the Channel Islands or the Isle of Man) may be exercised in relation to any amendments made to that Act by this Act.
9 The power under section 31(4) of the Terrorism Prevention and Investigation Measures Act 2011 (extension to the Isle of Man) may be exercised in relation to any amendments made to that Act by this Act.

50 Commencement

1 The following provisions come into force on the day after the day on which this Act is passed—
a section 3 (and Schedule 3);
b section 21 (and Schedule 6), except as mentioned in subsection (3)(f);
c section 22;
d section 23 (and Schedule 7);
e section 24;
f section 30;
g section 45;
h sections 47 to 49, this section and section 51;
i the following provisions in Schedule 13 (and section 46 to the extent that it relates to those provisions)—
i Part 3 of that Schedule, except as mentioned in subsection (3)(i);
ii Part 4 of that Schedule;
iii paragraph 44;
iv paragraph 45 other than sub-paragraph (4);
v paragraphs 47 to 51;
vi paragraph 52 other than sub-paragraph (7)(a);
vii paragraph 53 other than sub-paragraph (4);
viii paragraphs 54 to 60;
ix Parts 9 and 10 of that Schedule.
2 The following provisions come into force at the end of the period of two months beginning with the day on which this Act is passed—
a section 1 (and Schedule 1), except as mentioned in subsection (3)(a);
b section 2 (and Schedule 2);
c sections 4 and 5;
d section 6 (and Schedule 4);
e sections 7 to 10;
f section 11, except as mentioned in subsection (3)(b);
g sections 12 to 14;
h section 15, except as mentioned in subsection (3)(c);
i section 16, except as mentioned in subsection (3)(d);
j sections 17 and 18, except as mentioned in subsection (3)(e);
k section 19 (and Schedule 5);
l section 20;
m section 26;
n section 27 (and Schedule 9);
o section 28 (and Schedule 10);
p section 29;
q sections 31 and 32;
r section 33 (and Schedule 11);
s sections 34 to 42;
t section 43 (and Schedule 12);
u section 44;
v the following provisions in Schedule 13 (and section 46 to the extent that it relates to those provisions)—
i Part 1 of that Schedule, except as mentioned in subsection (3)(h);
ii Part 2 of that Schedule;
iii paragraphs 45(4), 46, 52(7)(a) and 53(4);
iv Part 8 of that Schedule.
3 The following provisions of this Act come into force on such day as the Secretary of State may by regulations appoint—
a section 1 (and Schedule 1), as they have effect for the purposes of section 69 of the Sentencing Code as applied by section 238 of the Armed Forces Act 2006;
b section 11, as it has effect for the purposes of section 323 of the Sentencing Code as applied by section 261A of the Armed Forces Act 2006;
c section 15, as it has effect for the purposes of Schedule 18 to the Sentencing Code as applied by sections 219A and 221A of the Armed Forces Act 2006;
d section 16, as it has effect for the purposes of section 256 of the Sentencing Code as applied by section 221A of the Armed Forces Act 2006;
e sections 17 and 18, as they have effect for the purposes of sections 268 and 281 of the Sentencing Code as applied by section 219A of the Armed Forces Act 2006;
f section 21 (and Schedule 6), as they have effect for the purposes of Schedule 13 to the Sentencing Code as applied by section 224A of the Armed Forces Act 2006;
g section 25 (and Schedule 8);
h paragraph 6(3)(a) and (4) of Schedule 13 as they have effect for the purposes mentioned in paragraph (a) above (and section 46 to the extent that it relates to those provisions for those purposes);
i Part 3 of Schedule 13 as it has effect for the purposes mentioned in paragraph (f) above (and section 46 to the extent that it relates to that Part for those purposes);
j Part 5 of Schedule 13 (and section 46 to the extent that it relates to that Part).
4 Different days may be appointed for different purposes.
5 The Secretary of State may by regulations make transitional, transitory or saving provision in connection with the coming into force of any provision of this Act.
6 Regulations under this section are to be made by statutory instrument.

51 Short title

This Act may be cited as the Counter-Terrorism and Sentencing Act 2021.

SCHEDULES

SCHEDULE 1 

Offences where terrorist connection not required to be considered

Section 1

I9PART 1  England and Wales; service offences

This is the Schedule to be inserted as Schedule A1 to the Sentencing Code—

I10PART 2  Scotland and Northern Ireland

This is the Schedule to be inserted as Schedule 1A to the Counter-Terrorism Act 2008—

SCHEDULE 2 

Serious terrorism offences: England and Wales

Section 2

This is the Schedule to be inserted as Schedule 17A to the Sentencing Code—

SCHEDULE 3 

Offences for the purposes of this Act: Northern Ireland

Section 3

This is the Schedule to be inserted as Schedule 2A to the Criminal Justice (Northern Ireland) Order 2008 (S.I. 2008/1216 (N.I. 1))—

SCHEDULE 4 

Serious terrorism offences: Scotland

Section 6

This is the Schedule to be inserted as Schedule 5ZA to the Criminal Procedure (Scotland) Act 1995—

SCHEDULE 5 

Terrorism offences attracting extended sentence: Scotland

Section 19

This is the Schedule to be inserted as Schedule 5ZC to the Criminal Procedure (Scotland) Act 1995—

I11SCHEDULE 6 

Offences attracting special custodial sentence for offenders of particular concern: England and Wales

Section 21

This is the Schedule to be substituted for Schedule 13 to the Sentencing Code—

SCHEDULE 7 

Offences attracting terrorism sentence with fixed licence period: Scotland

Section 23

This is the Schedule to be inserted as Schedule 5ZB to the Criminal Procedure (Scotland) Act 1995—

SCHEDULE 8 

Corresponding provision about sentencing under service law

Section 25

PART 1  Serious terrorism sentences etc

1The Armed Forces Act 2006 is amended as follows.

Serious terrorism sentence for services offences

2After section 219 insert—

Reduction in appropriate custodial term for guilty plea

3In section 239 (reduction in sentence for guilty plea), after subsection (3) insert—

Minimum term orders for serious terrorism offenders in cases of service offences

4In section 261A (life sentences: further provision), in subsection (3)—
a the words from “subsection (2)(c)(i)” to the end become paragraph (a),
b at the end insert—
.

Reduction in appropriate custodial term for assistance to prosecution

5In section 304C (to be inserted by the Armed Forces Act 2016) (reduction in sentence), after subsection (5) insert—

PART 2  Offences attracting special custodial sentence

6In section 224A of the Armed Forces Act 2006 (special custodial sentence for offenders of particular concern)—
a in subsection (1)—
i in paragraph (a), omit “under section 42 (criminal conduct)”;
ii for paragraph (b) substitute—
;
b omit subsection (4).

PART 3  Special custodial sentence for terrorist offenders of particular concern aged under 18 at time of offence

7The Armed Forces Act 2006 is amended as follows.
8
1 Section 224A (special custodial sentence for offenders of particular concern) is amended as follows.
2 In the heading, at the end insert “ aged 18 or over ”.
3 In subsection (1)—
a in paragraph (a), after “person” insert “ aged 18 or over ”;
b omit paragraph (c) (but not the final “and”).
4 After subsection (1) insert—
9After section 224A insert—

SCHEDULE 9 

Offences carrying restricted eligibility of terrorist prisoners for release on licence: England and Wales

Section 27

This is the Schedule to be substituted for Schedule 19ZA to the Criminal Justice Act 2003—

SCHEDULE 10 

Offences carrying restricted eligibility of terrorist prisoners for release on licence: Scotland

Section 28

This is the Schedule to be substituted for Schedule 1A to the Prisoners and Criminal Proceedings (Scotland) Act 1993—

SCHEDULE 11 

Release on licence of repatriated terrorist prisoners

Section 33

1The Schedule to the Repatriation of Prisoners Act 1984 is amended as follows.
2In paragraph 2 (application of early release provisions), as it applies in relation to prisoners repatriated to England and Wales, after sub-paragraph (3A) insert—
3
1 Paragraph 2 (application of early release provisions), as it applies in relation to certain prisoners repatriated to Scotland on or after 27 June 2003 in accordance with section 33(2) of the Criminal Justice (Scotland) Act 2003 (asp 7), is amended as follows.
2 In sub-paragraph (1), after “(3),” insert “ 1AB(3), ”.
3 In sub-paragraph (2), in the words before paragraph (a), after “licence)” insert “ , or of section 1AB(3) of that Act in the case of a long-term prisoner to whom that section applies ”.
4 After sub-paragraph (3) insert—
4
1 Paragraph 2 (application of early release provisions), as it applies in relation to prisoners repatriated to Scotland other than as mentioned in paragraph 3(1), is amended as follows.
2 In sub-paragraph (1A)(b), after “(3),” insert “ 1AB(3), ”.
3 After sub-paragraph (2) insert—
5In paragraph 2A (application of early release provisions to prisoners repatriated to Northern Ireland), after sub-paragraph (4) insert—

SCHEDULE 12 

Serious crime prevention orders: power for police to apply in terrorism-related cases

Section 43

1The Serious Crime Act 2007 is amended as follows.
2
1 Section 8 (authorities that can apply for a serious crime prevention order) is amended as follows.
2 The existing text becomes subsection (1).
3 In that subsection (1)—
a in paragraph (a)—
i omit the “or” before sub-paragraph (iii);
ii at the end of that sub-paragraph insert
;
b in paragraph (aa), for “, the Lord Advocate” substitute
;
c in paragraph (b), for “, the Director of Public Prosecutions for Northern Ireland” substitute
4 After subsection (1) insert—
3After section 8 insert—
4
1 Section 10(4) (definition of “relevant applicant authority”) is amended as follows.
2 In paragraph (a)—
a omit the “and” before sub-paragraph (iii);
b at the end of that sub-paragraph insert—
.
3 In paragraph (aa), for “, the Lord Advocate” substitute
.
4 In paragraph (b), for “, the Director of Public Prosecutions for Northern Ireland” substitute
5
1 Section 17 (variation of orders) is amended as follows.
2 In subsection (3)(a), after “authority” insert “ (but see subsection (7A)) ”.
3 After subsection (7) insert—
6
1 Section 18 (discharge of orders) is amended as follows.
2 In subsection (2)(a), after “authority” insert “ (but see subsection (7)) ”.
3 At the end insert—
7
1 Section 27 (powers to wind up companies etc: England and Wales) is amended as follows.
2 After subsection (1) insert—
3 In subsection (3), for “or the Director of the Serious Fraud Office” substitute “ , the Director of the Serious Fraud Office or the chief officer of police of a police force in England and Wales ”.
4 In subsection (12), after the definition of “partnership” (but before the final “and”) insert—
.
8
1 Section 27A (powers to wind up companies etc: Scotland) is amended as follows.
2 After subsection (1) insert—
3 In subsection (3), at the end insert “ or the chief constable of the Police Service of Scotland ”.
9
1 Section 28 (powers to wind up companies etc: Northern Ireland) is amended as follows.
2 After subsection (1) insert—
3 In subsection (3), at the end insert “ or the Chief Constable of the Police Service of Northern Ireland ”.
10In section 43 (index of defined expressions for Part 1), at the appropriate place insert—
.
11
1 Schedule 2 (functions of applicant authorities under Part 1) is amended as follows.
2 After paragraph 15 insert—
3 After paragraph 20 insert—

SCHEDULE 13 

Consequential and related amendments

Section 46

PART 1  Offences aggravated by terrorist connection

Terrorism Act 2000 (c. 11)

1
1 The Terrorism Act 2000 is amended as follows.
2 In section 23A(4) (application of forfeiture provisions to offences with terrorist connection)—
a in the words before paragraph (a), omit the words from “specified” to “considered)”;
b in paragraph (a), for “that Act” substitute “ the Counter-Terrorism Act 2008. ”
3 In Schedule 4 (forfeiture orders)—
a in paragraph 1, in the definition of “relevant offence”, in paragraph (c), for the words from “specified” to the end substitute “ within section 69(4) or (5) of the Sentencing Code (offences where terrorist connection to be treated as aggravating factor) ”;
b in paragraph 15, in the definition of “relevant offence”, in paragraph (c), for the words from “specified” to the end substitute “ within section 31(4A) or (4B) of the Counter-Terrorism Act 2008 (offences where terrorist connection to be treated as aggravating factor) ”.

Counter-Terrorism Act 2008 (c. 28)

2
1 The Counter-Terrorism Act 2008 is amended as follows.
2 Omit section 33 (power to amend Schedule 2).
3 In section 42 (application of notification provisions to offences with terrorist connection), omit subsection (4).
4 In Schedule 2 (offences aggravated by terrorist connection)—
a in the heading, after “Offences” insert “ committed before the commencement of section 1 of the Counter-Terrorism and Sentencing Act 2021 ”;
b in the entry relating to the Nuclear Material (Offences) Act 1983, in paragraph (c), omit “, so far as relating to an offence specified in this Schedule”.

Counter-Terrorism and Security Act 2015 (c. 6)

3In section 44(2)(e) of the Counter-Terrorism and Security Act 2015 (provisions subject to review by the independent reviewer of terrorism legislation), for “Schedule 1” substitute “ Schedules A1 and 1 ”.

Space Industry Act 2018 (c. 5)

4Paragraph 29 of Schedule 12 to the Space Industry Act 2018 (addition of offences to Schedule 2 to the Counter-Terrorism Act 2008) is repealed to the extent that it is not yet in force when section 1 of this Act comes into force.

Counter-Terrorism and Border Security Act 2019 (c. 3)

5In section 25(2) of the Counter-Terrorism and Border Security Act 2019 (transitional provision about amendments to do with offences aggravated by terrorist connection), omit “or 8”.

Sentencing Act 2020 (c. 17)

I126
1 The Sentencing Act 2020 is amended as follows.
2 In the table in section 160(2) (list of forfeiture powers), in the entry for section 23A of the Terrorism Act 2000, in the second column, omit “specified in Schedule 1 to this Act”.
3 In Schedule 1 (offences aggravated by terrorist connection)—
a in the heading, after “Offences” insert “ committed before the commencement of section 1 of the Counter-Terrorism and Sentencing Act 2021 ”;
b in paragraph 9(c), omit “, so far as relating to an offence specified in this Schedule”.
4 In Schedule 22, paragraph 4 (prospective addition of offences to Schedule 1 to the Code), and the heading above it, are repealed to the extent that paragraph 4 is not yet in force when section 1 of this Act comes into force.
5 In Schedule 23, omit Part 1 (power to amend Schedule 1).

PART 2  Serious terrorism sentence: England and Wales

Criminal Justice Act 1982 (c. 48)

7In section 32 of the Criminal Justice Act 1982 (early release of prisoners to make the best use of the places available for detention, subject to certain exceptions)—
a in subsection (1)(a), after “protection” insert “ , a serious terrorism sentence ”;
b in subsection (1A), after paragraph (c) insert—
.

Mental Health Act 1983 (c. 20)

8In section 37 of the Mental Health Act 1983 (power of courts to order hospital admission etc)—
a in subsection (1A), for “273, 274” substitute “ 268A, 273, 274, 282A ”;
b in subsection (1B), after paragraph (a) insert—
.

Criminal Justice Act 2003 (c. 44)

9
1 The Criminal Justice Act 2003 is amended as follows.
2 In section 237 (meaning of “fixed-term prisoner”)—
a in subsection (1)(b), for “266, 278 or 279” substitute “ 266 or 268A ”;
b in subsection (3), for “or 266” substitute “ , 266 or 268A ”.
3 In section 240ZA (time remanded in custody to count as time served), in subsection (11), for “or 266” substitute “ , 266 or 268A ”.
4 In section 247A (restricted eligibility for early release for terrorist prisoners)—
a in subsection (6), for “278 or 279” substitute “ 268A, 278, 279 or 282A ”;
b in subsection (8), in the definition of “the appropriate custodial term”, for “278 or 279” substitute “ 268A, 278, 279 or 282A ”.
5 In section 250 (licence conditions), in subsection (4)—
a for “or 279” substitute “ , 279 or 282A ”;
b for “or 266” substitute “ , 266 or 268A ”.
F26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7 In section 255C (extended sentence prisoners and those not suitable for automatic release)—
a for the heading, substitute “ Prisoners not suitable for automatic release ”;
F3b . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8 In section 258 (early release for fine defaulters etc), in subsection (3A), for “or 266” substitute “ , 266 or 268A ”.
9 In section 263 (concurrent terms) in subsection (4), for “or 266” substitute “ , 266 or 268A ”.
10 In section 264(7) (application of provisions about consecutive sentences of imprisonment to sentences of detention), for “or 266” substitute “ , 266 or 268A ”.

Offender Management Act 2007 (c. 21)

10In section 28(3) of the Offender Management Act 2007 (custodial sentences where polygraph condition may be imposed on release on licence), in paragraph (a), after “279” insert “ or 282A ”.

Sentencing Act 2020 (c. 17)

11
1 The Sentencing Act 2020 is amended as follows.
2 In section 15 (committal for sentence of dangerous adult offenders)—
a after subsection (1) insert—
;
b in subsection (6), for “a specified offence” substitute “ an offence ”.
3 In section 59(2) (provisions to which duty to follow sentencing guidelines is subject), after paragraph (g) insert—
.
4 In section 61 (sentencing guidelines: extended sentences and life sentences)—
a in the heading, after “extended sentences” insert “ , serious terrorism sentences ”;
b after subsection (2) insert—
5 In section 120(2)(a) (exceptions to the general power to fine offender convicted on indictment), after sub-paragraph (ii) (but before the final “or”) insert—
.
6 In section 166(5) (periods of extension of driving disqualification order where custodial sentence imposed)—
a after entry 4 in the table insert—
;
b after entry 6 in the table insert—
.
7 In section 221 (overview of Part 10)—
a in subsection (3)(a)—
i omit the “and” at the end of sub-paragraph (ii);
ii at the end of sub-paragraph (iii) insert
;
b in subsection (4), after paragraph (c) (but before the final “and”) insert—
.
8 In section 231 (length of discretionary custodial sentences: general)—
a in the italic heading before subsection (3), for “mandatory sentences and extended sentences” substitute “ certain sentences ”;
b after subsection (6) insert—
9 In section 262(3) (circumstances in which detention in young offender institution required), after “mentioned in” insert
.
10 In section 263 (term of detention in a young offender institution), in subsection (4), at the end insert—
11 In section 265(1) (circumstances in which special custodial sentence for certain young adult offenders of particular concern is required), in paragraph (c)—
a in the words before sub-paragraph (i), for “either” substitute “ any ”;
b after sub-paragraph (i) (but before the final “or”) insert—
.
12 In section 267(1) (availability of extended sentence of detention), after paragraph (d) (but before the final “and”) insert—
.
13 In section 278 (special custodial sentence for offenders of particular concern), in subsection (1)(c)—
a in the words before sub-paragraph (i), for “either” substitute “ any ”;
b after sub-paragraph (i) (but before the final “or”) insert—
.
14 In section 280(1) (availability of extended sentence of imprisonment), after paragraph (d) (but before the final “and”) insert—
.
15 In section 308 (assessment of dangerous), in subsection (1), after paragraph (a) insert—
.
16 In section 329 (conversion of sentence of detention to sentence of imprisonment)—
a in subsection (3) (as amended by Part 4 of this Schedule), for “(5)” substitute “ (5A) ”;
b after subsection (5) insert—
;
c in subsection (7), after paragraph (e) insert—
.
17 In section 397(1) (interpretation), after the definition of “sentencing guidelines” insert—
.
18 In section 399 (mandatory sentences), after paragraph (b) (but before the final “or”) insert—
.
19 In section 417(3) (commencement of provisions of Schedule 22 which relate to prospective abolition of sentences of detention in a young offender institution)—
a in paragraph (a), for “38” substitute “ 38B ”;
b in paragraph (d), for “268” substitute “ 268C ”;
c in paragraph (f), after “paragraphs” insert “ 68A, ”.
20 In Schedule 22 (amendments of the Sentencing Code, including in relation to the prospective abolition of sentences of detention in a young offender institution)—
a for paragraph 36 substitute—
;
b in paragraph 37 (amendments of section 59 of the Code)—
i for “59(2)(h)” substitute “ 59(2) ”;
ii after “court)” insert
;
c in paragraph 38 (amendments of section 61 of the Code), after sub-paragraph (a) insert—
;
d after paragraph 38 insert—
;
e in paragraph 40 (amendments of section 166 of the Code), for “paragraphs 3 and 4” substitute “ entries 3, 4 and 4A ”;
f in paragraph 46 (amendments of section 231 of the Code), at the end insert—
;
g after paragraph 57 insert—
;
h in paragraph 62 (amendments of section 308(1) of the Code), after paragraph (a) insert—
;
i after paragraph 68 insert—
;
j in paragraph 70 (amendments of section 329 of the Code)—
i after the opening words insert—
ii after paragraph (a) insert—
;
iii in paragraph (b), after “(e)” insert “ , (ea) ”;
k in paragraph 72 (amendments of section 397(1) of the Code)—
i the words from “in the definition” to the end become sub-paragraph (a);
ii at the end insert—
;
l for paragraph 73 (amendments of section 399 of the Code) substitute—
;
m before paragraph 80 (amendment of Schedule 18 to the Code) insert—
;
n in paragraph 101 (amendment of section 37 of the Mental Health Act 1983)—
i in sub-paragraph (1), omit “, as amended by paragraph 73 of Schedule 24”;
ii in sub-paragraph (2), for “273” substitute “ 268A, 273 ”;
iii in sub-paragraph (3), after “(1B)” insert
.

PART 3  Offences attracting special custodial sentence: England and Wales

Sentencing Act 2020 (c. 17)

I1312
1 In section 398 of the Sentencing Act 2020 (ancillary or inchoate offences), in subsection (4), in the words after paragraph (b), for “9” substitute “ 8 or 12 ”.
2 The amendment made by sub-paragraph (1) does not apply where a person is convicted of an offence before the day on which this paragraph comes into force.

PART 4  Sentence for offenders of particular concern aged under 18 at time of offence: England and Wales

Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (c. 53)

13In section 5 of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 as it forms part of the law of England and Wales (rehabilitation periods for particular sentences)—
a in subsection (1)(d), after “or section 250” insert “ or 252A ”;
b in subsection (8), in paragraph (f) of the definition of “custodial sentence”, before “of the Sentencing Code” insert “ or 252A ”.

Magistrates' Courts Act 1980 (c. 43)

14
1 The Magistrates' Courts Act 1980 is amended as follows.
2 In section 24A(5)(b) (explanation of sentencing powers if offender aged under 18 pleads guilty)—
a after “16” insert “ , 16A ”;
b after “16(1)(c)” insert “ , 16A(1)(c) ”.
3 In section 113(3) (no bail pending appeal for accused committed to Crown Court), after “16” insert “ , 16A ”.

Mental Health Act 1983 (c. 20)

15In section 43(4) of the Mental Health Act 1983 (modification of magistrates' court's powers of committal), for “or 16” substitute “ , 16 or 16A ”.

Criminal Justice and Public Order Act 1994 (c. 33)

16In section 25(5) of the Criminal Justice and Public Order Act 1994 (restriction of bail for certain offenders: interpretation), in paragraph (a) of the definition of “the relevant enactments”, after “250” insert “ or 252A ”.

Crime and Disorder Act 1998 (c. 37)

17
1 The Crime and Disorder Act 1998 is amended as follows.
2 In section 38(4) (youth justice services to be provided by local authorities), in paragraph (i), after “250,” insert “ 252A, ”.
3 In section 41(5)(i) (accommodation that may be provided under agreement with the Youth Justice Board), in sub-paragraph (ii), after “250,” insert “ 252A, ”.
4 In section 51A(3) (conditions for sending offender aged under 18 to Crown Court for trial), after paragraph (b) insert—
.

Criminal Justice and Court Services Act 2000 (c. 43)

18
1 The Criminal Justice and Court Services Act 2000 is amended as follows.
2 In section 62(5) (sentences in relation to which electronic monitoring conditions may be imposed on release), in paragraph (d), after “250” insert “ or 252A ”.
3 In section 62A(4) (exceptions from power to require imposition of electronic monitoring condition), in paragraph (b), after “250” insert “ or 252A ”.
4 In section 64(5) (sentences in relation to which drug testing requirement may be imposed on release), in paragraph (d), after “250” insert “ or 252A ”.
5 In section 64A(8) (power to require attendance at drug testing appointment: interpretation), in paragraph (c) of the definition of “sentence of imprisonment”, after “250” insert “ or 252A ”.

Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 (c. 29)

19In section 70(5) of the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 (duty to state whether committal would have been made on grounds other than confiscation), after “16(2)” insert “ or 16A(2) ”.

Sexual Offences Act 2003 (c. 42)

20In section 131 of the Sexual Offences Act 2003 (application of notification requirements and orders to young offenders), in paragraph (h), after “250” insert “ , 252A ”.

Criminal Justice Act 2003 (c. 44)

21
1 The Criminal Justice Act 2003 is amended as follows.
2 In section 237(1)(b) (offender sentenced to youth detention to count as fixed-term prisoner), after “250” insert “ , 252A ”.
3 In section 240ZA(11) (time remanded in custody to count towards term of youth detention), after “250,” insert “ 252A, ”.
4 In section 247A (eligibility for release on licence of terrorist prisoners)—
a in subsection (6), after “or under section” insert “ 252A, ”;
b in subsection (8), in the definition of “the appropriate custodial term”, and in paragraph (a) of the definition of “the requisite custodial period”, after “or under section” insert “ 252A, ”.
5 In section 250 (licence conditions)—
a in subsection (4), after “250,” insert “ 252A, ”;
b in subsection (5A)(b), after “or under section” insert “ 252A, ”.
6 In section 258(3A) (no duty to release fine defaulter or contemnor also serving term of youth detention), after “250” insert “ , 252A ”.
7 In section 263(4) (sentences of detention to which provision about concurrent terms applies), after “250,” insert “ 252A, ”.
8 In section 264 (consecutive sentences)—
a in subsection (6A)(a), for “265” substitute “ 252A, 265 ”;
b in subsection (7), after “250,” insert “ 252A, ”.
9 In section 327(3) (sentences attracting risk assessment measures for sexual or violent offenders), in paragraph (b)(v), after “250” insert “ or 252A ”.

Domestic Violence, Crime and Victims Act 2004 (c. 28)

22In section 45(1) of the Domestic Violence, Crime and Victims Act 2004 (victims' representations and information: interpretation), in the definition of “relevant sentence”, after “250” insert “ or 252A ”.

Armed Forces Act 2006 (c. 52)

23
1 The Armed Forces Act 2006 is amended as follows.
2 In section 188(4) (consecutive sentence may be passed on offender serving term of youth detention), in paragraph (b), after “250” insert “ or 252A ”.
3 In section 213(3A) (application of section 253 of the Sentencing Code), after “250” insert “ or 252A ”.
4 In section 227(3) (minimum sentence for certain firearms offences), after “250” insert “ or 252A ”.

Offender Management Act 2007 (c. 21)

24In section 28(3) of the Offender Management Act 2007 (custodial sentences where polygraph condition may be imposed on release on licence)—
a omit the “or” before paragraph (f);
b at the end of that paragraph insert

Counter-Terrorism Act 2008 (c. 28)

25In section 45(1)(a) of the Counter-Terrorism Act 2008 (sentences attracting notification requirements), after paragraph (via) (but before the final “or”) insert—
.

Sentencing Act 2020 (c. 17)

26
1 The Sentencing Act 2020 is amended as follows.
2 After section 16 insert—
3 In section 17(4) (power to commit dangerous young offender for sentence not to affect other powers of committal), after “16” insert “ , 16A ”.
4 In section 19 (committal for sentence on indication of guilty plea by child with related offences)—
a in subsection (1)(b), at the end insert “ or section 252A(1)(a) (terrorism offences attracting special sentence for offenders of particular concern) ”;
b in subsection (2)(a), after “249(1)” insert “ or within section 252A(1)(a) ”;
c in subsection (3)(b), after “16(2)” insert “ , 16A(2) ”.
5 In section 22 (powers of Crown Court where offender aged under 18 committed for sentence)—
a in the heading, after “16,” insert “ 16A, ”;
b in subsection (1), after paragraph (a) insert—
;
c in subsection (4)(b), after “16(2)” insert “ , 16A(2) ”.
6 In section 166(5) (periods of extension of driving disqualification order where custodial sentence imposed), after entry 1 in the table insert—
.
7 In section 221(2) (kinds of custodial sentence dealt with by Chapter 2 of Part 10), after paragraph (b) insert—
.
8 In section 225 (restriction on consecutive sentences for released prisoners), in subsection (3)(c), after sub-paragraph (i) insert—
.
9 In section 226(2)(b) (sentences which may not be imposed on offender aged under 21 without representation), after “(or 254)” insert “ , under section 252A ”.
10 In section 234(1)(c) (sentences to be considered before detention and training order), after sub-paragraph (i) (but before the final “or”) insert—
.
11 In section 241(6) (modification of order for release from detention and training order where offender subject to another sentence), in paragraph (b), after sub-paragraph (i) insert—
.
12 In section 248(4) (meaning of “relevant sentence of detention”), after paragraph (a) insert—
.
13 In section 249(1) (availability of sentence of detention under section 250), after “table” insert “ (but the court is not required to pass a sentence of detention under section 252A) ”.
14 Before section 253, insert as an italic heading, “ Sentences of detention passed during detention and training order ”.
15 In section 253 (effect of sentence of detention where offender already subject to detention and training order), in subsection (1), after “250” insert “ or 252A ”.
16 In section 255(1)(a) (offences for which extended sentence of detention available), for sub-paragraph (ii) substitute—
.
17 In section 260 (place and conditions of detention), in the heading and in subsection (1), after “250” insert “ , 252A ”.
18 In section 265 (special sentence of detention in young offender institution for offenders of particular concern), after subsection (3) insert—
19 In section 278 (special sentence of imprisonment for offenders of particular concern), after subsection (3) insert—
20 In section 311(3) (appropriate type of sentence where minimum sentence for firearms offence imposed), after “250” insert “ or, in a case to which section 252A applies, under that section ”.
21 In section 312 (minimum sentence for threatening with weapon or bladed article), after subsection (3) insert—
22 In section 315 (minimum sentence for repeat offence involving weapon or bladed article), after subsection (5) insert—
23 In section 325(5) (sentences where certain time on bail to count towards term), in paragraph (c), after “section 250” insert “ , 252A ”.
24 In section 327(2) (sentences where time in custody awaiting extradition to count towards term), in paragraph (c), after “section 250” insert “ , 252A ”.
25 In section 329 (conversion of sentences of detention to imprisonment)—
a in subsection (3), for “(4) and” substitute “ (4) to ”;
b after subsection (4) insert—
;
c in subsection (7), after paragraph (a) insert—
.
26 In section 417(3) (commencement of provisions of Schedule 22 which relate to prospective abolition of sentences of detention in a young offender institution), in paragraph (c), after “51” insert “ , 51A ”.
27 In Schedule 22 (amendments of the Sentencing Code, including in relation to prospective abolition of sentences of detention in a young offender institution)—
a after paragraph 51 insert—
;
b in paragraph 70 (amendment of section 329 of the Sentencing Code in relation to the prospective abolition of sentences of detention in a young offender institution), before paragraph (a) insert—
.
28 In Schedule 27 (transitional provision and savings), in paragraph 15(2), before paragraph (a) insert—

Children (Secure Accommodation) Regulations 1991 (S.I. 1991/1505)

27In regulation 5(1) of the Children (Secure Accommodation) Regulations 1991 (custodial sentences disapplying section 25 of the Children Act 1989), before “or 259” insert “ , 252A ”.

Youth Justice Board for England and Wales Order 2000 (S.I. 2000/1160)

28In article 4(2) of the Youth Justice Board for England and Wales Order 2000 (functions exercisable by the Youth Justice Board concurrently with the Secretary of State)—
a in paragraph (a), before “or 259” insert “ , 252A ”;
b in paragraph (m)(ii), before “or 259” insert “ , 252A ”.

Child Benefit (General) Regulations 2006 (S.I. 2006/223)

29In regulation 1(3) of the Child Benefit (General) Regulations 2006 (interpretation of Regulations), in paragraph (a) of the definition of “penalty”, after “250,” insert “ 252A, ”.

Employment and Support Allowance Regulations 2008 (S.I. 2008/794)

30In regulation 160(5) of the Employment and Support Allowance Regulations 2008 (exceptions from disqualification for imprisonment: interpretation), in paragraph (c), after “250” insert “ , 252A ”.

Employment and Support Allowance Regulations 2013 (S.I. 2013/379)

31In regulation 96(6) of the Employment and Support Allowance Regulations 2013 (exceptions from disqualification for imprisonment: interpretation), in paragraph (c), after “250” insert “ , 252A ”.

Children (Secure Accommodation) (Wales) Regulations 2015 (S.I. 2015/1988 (W. 298))

32In regulation 14(a) of the Children (Secure Accommodation) (Wales) Regulations 2015 (sentences of detention disapplying section 119 of the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014), after “250” insert “ , 252A ”.

PART 5  Amendments in relation to sentencing under service law

Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (c. 53)

33In section 5 of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 as it forms part of the law of England and Wales (rehabilitation periods for particular sentences)—
a in subsection (1)(d), after “or section 209” insert “ or 224B ”;
b in subsection (8), in paragraph (f) of the definition of “custodial sentence”, after “209” insert “ or 224B ”.
34
1 The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 as it forms part of the law of Scotland is amended as follows.
2 In section 5 (rehabilitation periods for particular sentences)—
a in subsection (1)(d), after “or section 209” insert “ or 224B ”;
b in subsection (2F)(a)(ii), after “209” insert “ or 224B ”.
3 In section 5B (Table B – disclosure periods: service disciplinary cases), in the sixth entry of Table B, after “209” insert “ or 224B ”.

Rehabilitation of Offenders (Northern Ireland) Order 1978 (S.I. 1978/1908 (N.I. 27))

35In Article 6 of the Rehabilitation of Offenders (Northern Ireland) Order 1978 (rehabilitation periods for particular sentences), in each of the following places, after “209” insert “ or 224B ”
a paragraph (1)(e);
b in paragraph (2), in Table B, in the first column, the fourth and fifth entries;
c paragraph (9)(c).

Criminal Justice Act 1982 (c. 48)

36In section 32(1A) of the Criminal Justice Act 1982 (sentences excluded from early release of prisoners to make the best use of the places available for detention), in paragraph (ca) (inserted by Part 2 of this Schedule), at the end insert “ , including a sentence passed as a result of section 219ZA of the Armed Forces Act 2006 ”.

Crime and Disorder Act 1998 (c. 37)

37
1 The Crime and Disorder Act 1998 is amended as follows.
2 In section 38(4) (youth justice services to be provided by local authorities), in paragraph (i), for “or 222” substitute “ , 222 or 224B ”.
3 In section 41(5)(i) (accommodation that may be provided under agreement with the Youth Justice Board), in sub-paragraph (ii), for “or 222” substitute “ , 222 or 224B ”.

Criminal Justice and Court Services Act 2000 (c. 43)

38
1 The Criminal Justice and Court Services Act 2000 is amended as follows.
2 In section 62(5) (sentences in relation to which electronic monitoring conditions may be imposed on release), in paragraph (g), for “or 218” substitute “ , 218 or 224B ”.
3 In section 62A(4) (exceptions from power to require imposition of electronic monitoring condition), in paragraph (c), after “209” insert “ or 224B ”.
4 In section 64(5) (sentences in relation to which drug testing requirement may be imposed on release), in paragraph (g), for “or 218” substitute “ , 218 or 224B ”.
5 In section 64A(8) (power to require attendance at drug testing appointment: interpretation), in paragraph (f) of the definition of “sentence of imprisonment”, after “209” insert “ or 224B ”.

Sexual Offences Act 2003 (c. 42)

39In section 131 of the Sexual Offences Act 2003 (application of notification requirements and orders to young offenders), in paragraph (h), for “or 218” substitute “ , 218 or 224B ”.

Criminal Justice Act 2003 (c. 44)

40In section 237(1B) of the Criminal Justice Act 2003 (service sentences to be treated as equivalent sentences in England and Wales) —
a omit the “and” before paragraph (e);
b at the end of that paragraph insert—

Armed Forces Act 2006 (c. 52)

41
1 The Armed Forces Act 2006 is amended as follows.
2 In section 188 (power to pass consecutive custodial sentences), in subsections (2)(b) and (4)(b), after “209” insert “ or 224B ”.
3 In section 209 (sentence of detention for offender aged under 18), after subsection (7) insert—
4 In section 210 (place and conditions of youth detention), after “209”, in each place it occurs (including in the heading), insert “ or 224B ”.
5 In section 211(4) (cases in which detention and training order not required), after “221A” insert “ , 224B ”.
6 In section 213(3A) (as amended by Part 4 of this Schedule) (application of section 253 of the Sentencing Code), after “209” insert “ or 224B ”.
7 In section 219A(1) (availability of extended sentence for certain violent, sexual or terrorism offences), after paragraph (d) (but before the final “and”) insert—
.
8 In section 223 (meaning of “the required opinion”)—
a after subsection (1) insert—
;
b in subsection (4), after the definition of “serious harm” insert—
.
9 In section 224A (special custodial sentence for offenders of particular concern)—
a in subsection (1), in paragraph (d)—
i omit the “or” at the end of sub-paragraph (i);
ii after sub-paragraph (ii) insert
;
b after subsection (3) insert—
10 In section 227(3) (minimum sentence for certain firearms offences), for the words from “, the reference” to the end substitute
11 In section 238(6) (offences aggravated by terrorist connection)—
a omit the “and” at the end of paragraph (a);
b after paragraph (a) insert—
;
c in paragraph (b), for “(1)” substitute “ (5)(b) ”.
12 In section 246 (crediting of time in custody), in subsection (6)(a), after “209” insert “ or 224B ”.
13 In section 256(1)(c) (cases where pre-sentence report to be considered), after “219(1),” insert “ 219ZA(1)(d), ”.
14 In section 260 (discretionary custodial sentences: general restrictions) —
a in subsection (1)—
i for “This section applies” substitute “ Subsection (2) applies ”;
ii after paragraph (c) insert—
;
b in subsection (4B), before paragraph (a) insert—
.
15 In section 261 (length of discretionary custodial sentences: general), in subsection (1), after paragraph (b)—
.
16 In section 262A (application of section 329 of the Sentencing Code)—
a after subsection (2) insert—
;
b after subsection (3) insert—
;
c in subsection (4)—
i after the paragraph (a) treated as substituted in subsection (7) of section 329 of the Sentencing Code insert—
;
ii after the paragraph (d) treated as substituted in subsection (7) of section 329 of the Sentencing Code insert—
.
17 In section 374 (interpretation of Act), in the definition of “custodial sentence”, in paragraph (b), for “or 221A” substitute “ , 221A or 224B ”.

Counter-Terrorism Act 2008 (c. 28)

42In paragraph 5(1)(a)(iv) of Schedule 6 to the Counter-Terrorism Act 2008 (service sentences of youth detention attracting notification requirements for terrorist offenders), after “209” insert “ or 224B ”.

Sentencing Act 2020 (c. 17)

43
1 The Sentencing Act 2020 is amended as follows.
2 In section 225 (restriction on consecutive sentences for released prisoners), in subsection (3)(c)(vi), after “209” insert “ or 224B ”.
3 In section 241 (period of detention and training under detention and training order), in subsections (6)(b)(ii) and (7)(c), after “209” insert “ or 224B ”.
4 In section 248(4) (meaning of “relevant sentence of detention”), in paragraph (c), after “209” insert “ or 224B ”.
5 In section 418 (commencement of provisions of Schedule 26 in relation to prospective abolition of sentences of detention in a young offender institution), after subsection (2) insert—
6 In Schedule 25 (amendments of Armed Forces Act 2006), omit paragraph 45(5).
7 In Schedule 26 (further amendments of the Armed Forces Act 2006 in relation to prospective abolition of sentences of detention in a young offender institution)—
a after paragraph 13 insert—
;
b in paragraph 14 (amendments of section 219A of the 2006 Act), for sub-paragraph (a) substitute—
;
c in paragraph 15(a) (amendments of section 224A of the 2006 Act), after paragraph (ii) insert—
;
d in paragraph 18 (amendment of section 239 of the 2006 Act), after “pleas)” insert
;
e in paragraph 19 (amendments of section 260 of the 2006 Act)—
i in sub-paragraph (a), after paragraph (ii) insert—
;
ii for sub-paragraph (b) substitute—
;
f in paragraph 20 (amendments of section 261 of the 2006 Act), at the end insert—
;
g after paragraph 20 insert—
;
h in paragraph 21 (amendments of section 262A of the 2006 Act), for the words from “, in subsection (4)” to the end substitute—
;
i after paragraph 24 insert—
8 In Schedule 27 (transitional provision and savings), in paragraph 16(2), for the words from “, the reference” to the end substitute

PART 6  Amendments in relation to release: England and Wales

Powers of Criminal Courts (Sentencing) Act 2000 (c. 6)

F144. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Criminal Justice Act 2003 (c. 44)

I1445
1 The Criminal Justice Act 2003 is amended as follows.
2 In section 247A (restricted eligibility for release on licence of terrorist prisoners)—
a in subsection (2)—
i in the words before paragraph (a), for “whether it was committed before or after this section comes into force” substitute “ whenever it was committed ”;
ii for paragraphs (b) and (c) substitute—
;
b after subsection (7) insert—
;
c in subsection (8), in the final definition, for “, “corresponding civil offence” and “service court”” substitute “and “corresponding civil offence””;
d in subsection (9) (transitional provision for pre-commencement referrals of terrorist prisoners), in paragraph (a), for “sentence” substitute “ period ”;
e after subsection (10) insert—
3 In section 250 (licence conditions)—
a in subsection (5A), in each of paragraphs (a) and (b), after “a prisoner” insert “ , other than a terrorist prisoner, ”;
b after subsection (5A) insert—
;
c omit subsection (5BA);
d after subsection (8) insert—
4 In section 264(6A) (custodial periods to be aggregated in case of consecutive terms served by terrorist prisoner)—
a before paragraph (a) insert—
;
b in paragraph (a), after “extended sentence” insert “ (not being one to which paragraph (za) applies) ”.
5 In section 264AA(2) (Parole Board directions when detention and training order to take effect on release from sentence of detention), after “under that section” insert “ or paragraph ”.
6 In Schedule 19ZA (offences carrying restricted eligibility for release on licence), omit Part 2.

PART 7  Consequential and related amendments: Scotland

Social Work (Scotland) Act 1968 (c. 49)

47In section 6A(1)(d) of the Social Work (Scotland) Act 1968 (inquiries into detention of children under certain enactments), after “44” insert “ , 205ZC(5) ”.

Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (c. 53)

48In section 5 of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 as it forms part of the law of England and Wales (rehabilitation periods for particular sentences), in subsection (1)(d)—
a for “Act 1975” substitute “ Act 1995 ”;
b for the words from “section 206” to the end substitute “ section 205ZC(5) or 208 of the Criminal Procedure (Scotland) Act 1995; ”.
49In section 5 of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 as it forms part of the law of Scotland (rehabilitation periods for particular sentences)—
a in subsection (1)(da), after “section” insert “ 205ZA(6) (serious terrorism sentence for young offenders), 205ZC(4) or (5) (terrorism sentence for young offenders or children), ”;
b in subsection (12), in paragraph (b) of the definition of “custodial sentence”, after “44,” insert “ 205ZA(6), 205ZC(4) or (5), ”.

Repatriation of Prisoners Act 1984 (c. 47)

50In section 2(4)(b)(ii) of the Repatriation of Prisoners Act 1984 (provision that may be included in direction varying order requiring certain prisoners to be detained), after “or (4),” insert “ 1AB, ”.

Prisons (Scotland) Act 1989 (c. 45)

51
1 The Prisons (Scotland) Act 1989 is amended as follows.
2 In section 39(7B) (rules for the management of prisons and other institutions: application in relation to extended sentence)—
a after “above to” insert—
;
b for “the 1995” substitute “ that ”.
3 In section 40(3)(a) (arrest of absent prisoners: application of section to persons sentenced or ordered to be detained under certain provisions of the 1995 Act), after “205” insert “ , 205ZC(5) ”.

Prisoners and Criminal Proceedings (Scotland) Act 1993 (c. 9)

I1552
1 The Prisoners and Criminal Proceedings (Scotland) Act 1993 is amended as follows.
2 In section 1 (release of short-term, long-term and life prisoners)—
a in subsection (3A), for “section 1A” substitute “ sections 1A and 1B ”;
b in subsection (9), after “applies” insert “ to the extent that the person is serving a sentence of imprisonment imposed in respect of an offence within section 1AB(2) ”.
3 In section 1AA (release of certain sexual offenders), for subsection (9) substitute—
4 In section 1AB (restricted eligibility for release on licence of terrorist prisoners)—
a in subsection (2)—
i in the words before paragraph (a), for “whether it was committed before or after this section comes into force” substitute “ whenever it was committed ”;
ii for paragraphs (b) and (c) substitute—
;
b after subsection (5) insert—
;
c in subsection (6), for “, “corresponding civil offence” and “service court”” substitute “and “corresponding civil offence””.
5 In the heading of section 1A, after “to” insert “ certain ”.
6 After section 1A insert—
7 In section 2 (duty to release discretionary life prisoners)—
a in subsection (2)—
i in the opening words, after “being” insert “ , subject to section 205ZB(2) of the 1995 Act, ”;
ii in paragraph (c), after “appropriate” insert “ (and except in the case of a prisoner to whom section 205ZB of the 1995 Act applies) ”;
b in subsection (6), for “subsection (7)” substitute “ subsections (6B) and (7) ”;
c after subsection (6A) insert—
;
d in subsection (7), after “prisoner” insert “ (other than a prisoner to whom subsection (6B) applies) ”.
8 In section 2B(1) (punishment part for life prisoners: assessment under section 2A(1)(a) and (b)), at the beginning insert “ Subject to section 205ZB(2) of the 1995 Act, ”.
9 In section 3A (re-release of prisoners serving extended sentences)—
a in the heading, after “serving” insert “ certain terrorism sentences and ”;
b in subsection (1), for the words from “an” to “sentences)” substitute “ a sentence mentioned in subsection (1ZA) ”;
c after subsection (1) insert—
;
d in subsection (3), after “term with” insert “ the sentence under section 205ZA or, as the case may be, section 205ZC or ”;
e in subsection (4), for the words from “if” to the end substitute—
;
f after subsection (4) insert—
10 In section 3B (review of decisions as to determinate sentences)—
a in subsection (1)(a), after “from” insert “ a sentence imposed under section 205ZC of the 1995 Act or ”;
b in subsection (1)(b)—
i after “serving” insert “ a sentence imposed under section 205ZC of the 1995 Act or ”;
ii after “sentence”, in the second place it occurs, insert “ or extended sentence ”;
c in subsection (4)(b), after “relates to” insert “ a sentence imposed under section 205ZC of the 1995 Act or ”.
11 In section 5 (application of Part to fine defaulters and persons in contempt of court)—
a in subsection (2), for “subsection (2A)” substitute “ section 1B ”;
b omit subsection (2A);
c in subsection (4), after “1A” insert “ , 1B ”.
12 In section 6(1) (application of Act to young offenders and to children detained without limit of time), for paragraph (a) substitute—
.
13 In section 7 (children detained in solemn proceedings)—
a in subsection (3)—
i after “(2) above” insert “ or, as the case may be, section 1AB(4) or 26ZA(5)(a) ”;
ii after “sentence)” insert “ or, as the case may be, before the date on which the sentence under section 205ZC(5) as originally imposed by the court expires ”;
iii after “so elapses” insert “ or, as the case may be, the sentence under section 205ZC(5) expires ”;
b in subsection (5)(a)—
i for “and 20(2)” substitute “ , 20(2) and 26ZA ”;
ii for “detained under section 208 of the 1995” substitute “ on whom detention has been imposed under section 205ZC(5) of the 1995 Act and children detained under section 208 of that ”;
iii at the end (but before the final “and”) insert “ (but subject to the modifications of section 26ZA in subsection (5A)) ”;
c in subsection (5), after paragraph (a) (but before the final “and”) insert—
;
d in subsection (5)(b), after “1A” insert “ , 1B ”;
e after subsection (5) insert—
;
f in subsection (8)—
i for “subsection (5)” substitute “ subsections (2) and (3) to (7) ”;
ii after “applies” insert “ to the extent that detention is imposed on the person under section 205ZC(5) of the 1995 Act. ”;
g after subsection (8) insert—
14 In section 9 (persons liable to removal from the United Kingdom), omit subsection (1A).
15 In section 26A (extended sentences: application of section)—
a in subsection (1), after “sentences)” insert “ other than an extended sentence imposed in respect of a terrorism offence. ”;
b in subsection (2), for “section 1A” substitute “ sections 1A and 1B ”;
c in subsection (6), for “section 1A(c)” substitute “ sections 1A(1)(c) and 1B(11) ”.
16 In section 27 (interpretation of Part 1 of the Act)—
a in subsection (5), after “shall” insert “ , subject to subsection (5A), ”;
b after subsection (5) insert—
17 In Schedule 1A (offences carrying restricted eligibility for release on licence), omit Part 2.

Criminal Procedure (Scotland Act) 1995 (c. 46)

I1653
1 The Criminal Procedure (Scotland) Act 1995 is amended as follows.
2 In section 207(2) (detention of young offenders), after “205(2) and (3)” insert “ , 205ZA(6), 205ZC(4) ”.
3 In section 208(1) (detention of children convicted on indictment), for “section 205” substitute “ sections 205 and 205ZC(5) ”.
4 In section 210A(1) (extended sentences for sex, violent and terrorist offenders)—
a omit “and” after paragraph (a);
b after paragraph (b) insert
.

Crime (Sentences) Act 1997 (c. 43)

54In Schedule 1 to the Crime (Sentences) Act 1997 (transfer of prisoners within the British Islands)—
a in each of paragraphs 10(2)(a) and 11(2)(a), after “1AA,” insert “ 1AB, ”;
b in each of paragraphs 10(2)(a) and (5)(a) and 11(2)(a) and (4)(a)—
i after “1A,” insert “ 1B, ”;
ii after “21,” insert “ 26ZA, ”.

International Criminal Court (Scotland) Act 2001 (asp 13)

55In section 24(c) of the International Criminal Court (Scotland) Act 2001 (disapplication of transfer and release provisions of the Prisoners and Criminal Proceedings (Scotland) Act 1993 in relation to certain persons detained in Scotland)—
a after “1AA,” insert “ 1AB, ”;
b after “1A,” insert “ 1B, ”;
c after “10” insert “ , 26ZA ”.

Extradition Act 2003 (c. 41)

56In each of the following provisions of the Extradition Act 2003 (which set out the circumstances in which a person is entitled to be released from detention for the purposes of the section), after “1AA” insert “ , 1AB ”
a section 59(11)(c),
b section 132(11)(c), and
c section 153B(10)(a)(iii).

Sexual Offences Act 2003 (c. 42)

57In section 131 of the Sexual Offences Act 2003 (application of notification requirements and orders to young offenders), in paragraph (h), before “208” insert “ 205ZC(5) or ”.

Custodial Sentences and Weapons (Scotland) Act 2007 (asp 17)

58In Schedule 6 to the Custodial Sentences and Weapons (Scotland) Act 2007 (transitory modifications of Part 1 of the Prisoners and Criminal Proceedings (Scotland) Act 1993), in paragraph 4, in the inserted section 9B, after subsection (6) insert—

Counter-Terrorism Act 2008 (c. 28)

59In section 45(2) of the Counter-Terrorism Act 2008 (Scottish sentences attracting notification requirements), in paragraph (a), at the end of sub-paragraph (iv) (but before the final “or”) insert—
.

Terrorist Offenders (Restriction of Early Release) Act 2020 (c. 3)

60In section 4 of the Terrorist Offenders (Restriction of Early Release) Act 2020 (disapplication of certain existing release provisions: Scotland), omit subsections (5) and (7).

PART 8  Serious terrorism sentence and extended custodial sentence: Northern Ireland

Treatment of Offenders Act (Northern Ireland) 1968 (c. 29 (N.I.))

61In section 26(2) of the Treatment of Offenders Act (Northern Ireland) 1968 (as amended by Part 9 of this Schedule) (length of custodial sentences to be reduced for periods already spent in custody), after “Article” insert “ 13A(6), ”.

Rehabilitation of Offenders (Northern Ireland) Order 1978 (S.I. 1978/1908 (N.I. 27))

62In Article 6 of the Rehabilitation of Offenders (Northern Ireland) Order 1978 (as amended by Part 9 of this Schedule) (rehabilitation periods for particular sentences), in paragraph (9)(b), after “Article” insert “ 13A(6) or ”.

Mental Health (Northern Ireland) Order 1986 (S.I. 1985/595 (N.I. 4))

63In Article 44(1A) of the Mental Health (Northern Ireland) Order 1986 (sentences requirement to impose which does not prevent making of hospital or guardianship order), in sub-paragraph (c), after “13” insert “ , 13A ”.

Criminal Justice (Northern Ireland) Order 1996 (S.I. 1996/3160 (N.I. 24))

64
1 The Criminal Justice (Northern Ireland) Order 1996 is amended as follows.
2 In Article 2(2) (meaning of expressions), in paragraph (b) of the definition of “custodial sentence”, after “13(4)(b)” insert “ , 13A(6) ”.
3 In Article 4(1) (power to grant absolute or condition discharge subject to certain sentencing requirements), after “13” insert “ , 13A ”.
4 In Article 10(1) (power to make probation order subject to certain sentencing requirements), after “13” insert “ , 13A ”.
5 In Article 13(1) (power to make community service order subject to sentencing requirements), after “13” insert “ , 13A ”.
6 In Article 15(1) (power to make combined probation and community service order subject to certain sentencing requirements), after “13” insert “ , 13A ”.

Counter-Terrorism Act 2008 (c. 28)

65In section 45(3) of the Counter-Terrorism Act 2008 (Northern Irish sentences attracting notification requirements), in paragraph (a), after sub-paragraph (iii) insert—
.

Criminal Justice (Northern Ireland) Order 2008 (S.I. 2008/1216 (N.I. 1))

66
1 The Criminal Justice (Northern Ireland) Order 2008 is amended as follows.
2 In Article 3 (interpretation of Part 2 (sentencing)), in paragraph (1), after the definition of “serious harm” insert—
.
3 In Article 4 (interpretation of Chapter 2 (custodial sentences))—
a in paragraph (1) (as amended by Part 9 of this Schedule), in paragraph (c) of the definition of “custodial sentence”, after “13(4)(b),” insert “ 13A(6), ”;
b in paragraph (2), after sub-paragraph (a) insert—
.
4 In Article 5(1)(b) (sentences not subject to general restriction on imposing custody), in paragraph (i), for “or 14” substitute “ , 13A or 14 ”.
5 In Article 7(2) (as amended by Part 9 of this Schedule) (custodial term to be shortest commensurate with seriousness of offence), in paragraph (2), after “Articles” insert 13A,”.
6 In Article 8(1)(a) (as amended by Part 9 of this Schedule) (setting of custodial period), after “other than” insert “ a serious terrorism sentence, ”.
7 In Article 9(2) (pre-sentence reports before forming opinion as to dangerousness), after “13(1)(b)” insert “ , 13A(1)(d) ”.
8 In Article 13(3) (duty to impose indeterminate custodial sentence), in the words before paragraph (a), after “extended custodial sentence” insert “ or a serious terrorism sentence ”.
9 In Article 14 (extended custodial sentences)—
a in paragraph (1)(b)—
i at the end of paragraph (i), for “; and” substitute “ or serious terrorism offences; ”;
ii in paragraph (ii), after “specified offence” insert “ or serious terrorism offence ”;
iii at the end of paragraph (ii) insert
;
b in paragraphs (3)(b) and (5)(b), after “specified offences” insert “ or serious terrorism offences ”;
c in paragraph (10), for the words from “that is” to the end substitute “ with which the offence is punishable (apart from Article 13) ”.
10 In Article 15(1) (cases where assessment of dangerousness required)—
a in sub-paragraph (a), after “specified offence” insert “ or serious terrorism offence ”;
b in sub-paragraph (b), after “13” insert “ , 13A ”.
11 In Article 16(2) (interpretation of Chapter 4 (release on licence)), in paragraph (c) of the definition of “custodial sentence” (as amended by Part 9 of this Schedule), after “13(4)(b),” insert “ 13A(6), ”.
12 In Article 33(6) (custodial periods to be aggregated in case of consecutive sentences), in sub-paragraph (a)(i) (as amended by Part 9 of this Schedule)—
a after “in relation to” insert “ a serious terrorism sentence, ”;
b after “Article” insert “ 13A, ”.

PART 9  Terrorism sentence with fixed licence period: Northern Ireland

Treatment of Offenders Act (Northern Ireland) 1968 (c. 29 (N.I.))

67In section 26(2) of the Treatment of Offenders Act (Northern Ireland) 1968 (length of custodial sentences to be reduced for periods already spent in custody), after “14(5)” insert “ or 15A(5) ”.

Rehabilitation of Offenders (Northern Ireland) Order 1978 (S.I. 1978/1908 (N.I. 27))

68In Article 6 of the Rehabilitation of Offenders (Northern Ireland) Order 1978 (rehabilitation periods for particular sentences), in paragraph (9)(b), after “centre” insert “ , a sentence of detention under Article 15A(5) of the Criminal Justice (Northern Ireland) Order 2008 ”.

Criminal Justice (Northern Ireland) Order 1996 (S.I. 1996/3160 (N.I. 24))

69
1 The Criminal Justice (Northern Ireland) Order 1996 is amended as follows.
2 In Article 2(2) (meaning of expressions), in paragraph (b)(ii) of the definition of “custodial sentence”, for “or 14(5)” substitute “ , 14(5) or 15A(5) ”.
3 In Article 4(1) (power to grant absolute or conditional discharge subject to certain sentencing requirements), for “or 14” substitute “ , 14 or 15A ”.
4 In Article 10(1) (power to make probation order subject to certain sentencing requirements), for “or 14” substitute “ , 14 or 15A ”.
5 In Article 13(1) (power to make community service order subject to certain sentencing requirements), for “or 14” substitute “ , 14 or 15A ”.
6 In Article 15(1) (power to make combined probation and community service order subject to certain sentencing requirements), for “or 14” substitute “ , 14 or 15A ”.

Sexual Offences Act 2003 (c. 42)

70In section 131 of the Sexual Offences Act 2003 (application of notification requirements and orders to young offenders), after paragraph (l) of that section as it forms part of the law of England and Wales and Scotland, and after paragraph (m) of that section as it forms part of the law of Northern Ireland, insert—
.

Counter-Terrorism Act 2008 (c. 28)

71In section 45(3) of the Counter-Terrorism Act 2008 (Northern Irish sentences attracting notification requirements), in paragraph (a), after sub-paragraph (iv) insert—
.

Criminal Justice (Northern Ireland) Order 2008 (S.I. 2008/1216 (N.I. 1))

72
1 The Criminal Justice (Northern Ireland) Order 2008 is amended as follows.
2 In Article 3 (interpretation of Part 2 (sentencing))—
a in paragraph (1), before the definition of “community sentence” insert—
;
b after paragraph (4) insert—
3 In Article 4 (interpretation of Chapter 2 (custodial sentences))—
a in paragraph (1), in paragraph (c) of the definition of “custodial sentence”, for “or 14(5)” substitute “ , 14(5) or 15A(5) ”;
b in paragraph (2), after sub-paragraph (b) insert—
.
4 In Article 7 (custodial term to be shortest commensurate with seriousness of offence)—
a in paragraph (1), after sub-paragraph (c) (but before the final “or”) insert—
;
b in paragraph (2), for “Article 14” substitute “ Articles 14 and 15A ”.
5 In Article 8(1)(a) (setting of custodial period), after “extended custodial sentence” insert “ or an Article 15A terrorism sentence ”.
6 In the heading of Chapter 3 of Part 2, at the end insert “ and other terrorist offenders ”.
7 In Article 14 (extended custodial sentences), in paragraph (4)(a), after “this Article” insert “ and Article 15A ”.
8 In Article 16(2) (interpretation of Chapter 4 (release on licence)), in paragraph (c) of the definition of “custodial sentence”, for “or 14(5)” substitute “ , 14(5) or 15A(5) ”.
9 In Article 33(6) (custodial periods to be aggregated in case of consecutive sentences), in sub-paragraph (a)(i)—
a after “extended sentence” insert “ or an Article 15A terrorism sentence ”;
b after “14” insert “ or 15A ”.

PART 10  Release on licence: Northern Ireland

Extradition Act 2003 (c. 41)

73In each of the following provisions of the Extradition Act 2003 (which set out the circumstances in which a person is entitled to be released from detention for the purposes of the section), for “or 18(8)” substitute “ , 18(8) or 20A(8) ”
a section 59(11)(d);
b section 132(11)(d);
c section 153B(10)(a)(iv).

Criminal Justice (Northern Ireland) Order 2008 (S.I. 2008/1216 (N.I. 1))

74
1 The Criminal Justice (Northern Ireland) Order 2008 is amended as follows.
2 In Article 16 (interpretation of Chapter 4 of Part 2 (release on licence)), after paragraph (3) insert—
3 In Article 17(1) (duty to release fixed-term prisoners not serving extended sentences), for “a prisoner serving an extended custodial sentence” substitute “ one to whom Article 18 or 20A applies ”.
4 In Article 18 (duty to release prisoners serving indeterminate or extended sentences), after paragraph (1) insert—
5 In Article 19 (power to release prisoners before required), in paragraph (3), for sub-paragraph (a) substitute—
.
6 In Article 20(3) (consultation with Parole Commissioners before release of certain prisoners), for the words from “serving” to the end of sub-paragraph (b) substitute “ to whom Article 18 or 20A applies ”.
7 In Article 23(1) (power of court to recommend licence conditions), for “or 19” substitute “ , 19 or 20A ”.
8 In Article 24(5) (requirement to consult Parole Commissioners about licence conditions), in the words before sub-paragraph (a), after “18” insert “ or 20A ”.
9 In Article 28 (recall of prisoners while on licence)—
a in paragraph (1), for “or 20” substitute “ , 20 or 20A ”;
b in paragraph (6)(a), after “extended custodial sentence” insert “ and was not released under Article 20A ”.
10 In Article 29 (further release after recall for certain prisoners), in paragraph (1)(a), after “extended custodial sentence” insert “ or a prisoner to whom Article 20A applies ”.

Justice Act (Northern Ireland) 2016 (c. 21 (N.I.))

75
1 In section 55(2) of the Justice Act (Northern Ireland) 2016 (prisoners who may be removed early from prison if liable to removal from the United Kingdom), for the words from “serving an” to the end substitute
2 In the case of a person—
a who has been removed from prison under section 55(2) of the Justice Act (Northern Ireland) 2016 before the amendment made by sub-paragraph (1) comes into force, and
b to whom Article 20A of the Criminal Justice (Northern Ireland) Order 2008 applies,
subsection (3) of that section continues to apply to the person despite that amendment, but as if for the words “has served the requisite custodial period” there were substituted “ becomes entitled to be released in accordance with Article 20A of the 2008 Order ”.

Parole Commissioners' Rules (Northern Ireland) 2009 (S.R. (N.I.) 2009 No. 82)

76
1 The Parole Commissioners' Rules (Northern Ireland) 2009 are amended as follows.
2 In rule 2(1) (application of the rules), after “Articles 18” insert “ , 20A ”.
3 In rule 7(2) (persons who may act as representatives of prisoner only with consent of Chief Commissioner), in paragraph (b), for the words from “sentenced to” to the end substitute
.
4 In rule 25 (application of rules to recalled life, indeterminate and extended custodial prisoners)—
a in the heading after “custodial” insert “ and terrorist ”;
b in the words before paragraph (a), for “an indeterminate custodial or extended custodial prisoner's case” substitute “ the case of a prisoner who was released on licence under Article 18 or 20A of the 2008 Order ”.
5 In rule 26 (short custodial terms)—
a for paragraph (1) substitute—
;
b after paragraph (2) insert—

Footnotes

  1. I1
    S. 1 in force at 29.6.2021 for specified purposes and otherwise prosp. see s. 50(2)(a)(3)(a)
  2. I2
    S. 11 in force at 29.6.2021 for specified purposes and otherwise prosp. see s. 50(2)(f)(3)(b)
  3. I3
    S. 15 in force at 29.6.2021 for specified purposes and otherwise prosp. see s. 50(2)(h)(3)(c)
  4. I4
    S. 16 in force at 29.6.2021 for specified purposes and otherwise prosp. see s. 50(2)(i)(3)(d)
  5. I5
    S. 17 in force at 29.6.2021 for specified purposes and otherwise prosp. see s. 50(2)(j)(3)(e)
  6. I6
    S. 18 in force at 29.6.2021 for specified purposes and otherwise prosp. see s. 50(2)(j)(3)(e)
  7. I7
    S. 21 in force at 30.4.2021 for specified purposes and otherwise prosp. see s. 50(1)(b)(3)(f)
  8. I8
    S. 46 in force at 30.4.2021 and 29.6.2021 for specified purposes and otherwise prosp. see s. 50(1)(i)(2)(v)(3)(i)(j)
  9. I9
    Sch. 1 Pt. 1 in force at 29.6.2021 for specified purposes and otherwise prosp. see s. 50(2)(a)(3)(a)
  10. I10
    Sch. 1 Pt. 2 in force at 29.6.2021 for specified purposes and otherwise prosp. see s. 50(2)(a)(3)(a)
  11. I11
    Sch. 6 in force at 30.4.2021 for specified purposes and otherwise prosp. see s. 50(1)(b)(3)(f)
  12. I12
    Sch. 13 para. 6 in force at 29.6.2021 for specified purposes and otherwise prosp. see s. 50(2)(v)(i)(3)(a)(h)
  13. I13
    Sch. 13 para. 12 in force at 30.4.2021 for specified purposes and otherwise prosp. see s. 50(1)(i)(i)(3)(j)
  14. I14
    Sch. 13 para. 45(1)-(3)(5)(6) in force at 30.4.2021, Sch. 13 para. 45(4) in force at 29.6.2021 see s. 50(1)(i)(iv)(2)(v)(iii)
  15. I15
    Sch. 13 para. 52(1)-(6)(7)(b)-(d)(8)-(17) in force at 30.4.2021, Sch. 13 para. 52(7)(a) in force at 29.6.2021 see s. 50(1)(i)(vi)(2)(v)(iii)
  16. I16
    Sch. 13 para. 53(1)-(3) in force at 30.4.2021, Sch. 13 para. 53(4) in force at 29.6.2021 see s. 50(1)(i)(vii)(2)(v)(iii)
  17. F1
    Sch. 13 para. 44 omitted (28.6.2022) by virtue of Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Act 2022 (c. 32), s. 208(5)(aa), Sch. 21 para. 13
  18. F2
    Sch. 13 para. 9(6) omitted (31.3.2026 for specified purposes and otherwise coming into force in accordance with reg. 4 of the commencing S.I.) by virtue of Sentencing Act 2026 (c. 2), ss. 33(13)(d), 49(1) (with s. 33(14)); S.I. 2026/86, regs. 3(b)(iv), 4
  19. F3
    Sch. 13 para. 9(7)(b) omitted (31.3.2026 for specified purposes and otherwise coming into force in accordance with reg. 4 of the commencing S.I.) by virtue of Sentencing Act 2026 (c. 2), ss. 33(13)(d), 49(1) (with s. 33(14)); S.I. 2026/86, regs. 3(b)(iv), 4