Tag: Abu Qatada
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Islamist killer wins £240k battle over his human rights case
Controversial ruling nets £240,000 in compensation A controversial legal decision has seen an Islamist killer secure a substantial payout of £240,000, prompting debate over how taxpayer funds are used in compensating detainees and covering legal costs. The case centers on a high‑profile incident in which a prisoner took a prison officer hostage and demanded the…
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Islamist killer wins £240k battle over his human rights
Reuters-style overview of the case A prisoner described in reports as an Islamist killer has secured a substantial payout following a legal challenge over his human rights and the costs of his defence. The case centers on a protest against treatment while in custody, a claim that his lawyers argued was prompted by breaches of…
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Islamist Killer Wins Big in UK Taxpayer Compensation Battle
Overview of the Case An Islamist killer who once held a prison officer hostage and demanded the release of hate preacher Abu Qatada has secured a substantial payout in a dispute over taxpayer-funded compensation and legal costs. The decision, reached after a long legal wrangle, underscores how complex human rights obligations can intersect with the…