Schedule 7 Code of Practice

Schedule 7 to the Terrorism Act 2000 (‘Schedule 7’) allows an examining officer to stop and question and, when necessary, detain and search, individuals travelling through ports, airports, international rail stations or the border area to determine whether that person appears to be someone who is or has been concerned in the commission, preparation or instigation of acts of terrorism.

The statutory code of practice provides guidance to examining officers on the application and interpretation of Schedule 7. The Home Office has had to revise the code to ensure they reflect the changes introduced in the Anti-social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014. These changes will maintain the protection of the UK border as well as continuing to respect individuals’ human rights.

The Home Office welcomes your views on how adequately the changes in the ASBCP Act are reflected within the revised draft code of practice.

You can only respond via the online survey. You should read the accompanying background information before completing the online survey.