UKPGA-2021-11 — Counter-Terrorism and Sentencing Act 2021

preamble

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

s. 1 — Offences aggravated by terrorist connection

s. 1(1)

The Sentencing Code is amended as set out in subsections (2) and (3).

s. 1(2)

In section 69 (offences aggravated by terrorist connection)—

s. 1(2)(a)

in subsection (1), for the words from “specified” to the end substitute “ within subsection (4) or (5) ”;

s. 1(2)(b)

after subsection (3) insert—

s. 1(3)

Before Schedule 1 insert, as Schedule A1, the Schedule set out in Part 1 of Schedule 1 to this Act.

s. 1(4)

The Counter-Terrorism Act 2008 is amended as follows.

s. 1(5)

In section 30 (offences aggravated by terrorist connection: Northern Ireland)—

s. 1(5)(a)

in subsection (1), for the words from “specified” to the end substitute “ within subsection (5A) or (5B) ”;

s. 1(5)(b)

after subsection (5) insert—;

s. 1(5)(c)

omit subsection (6).

s. 1(6)

In section 31 (offences aggravated by terrorist connection: Scotland)—

s. 1(6)(a)

in subsection (1), for the words from “specified” to “considered)” substitute “ within subsection (4A) or (4B) ”;

s. 1(6)(b)

after subsection (4) insert—;

s. 1(6)(c)

omit subsection (5).

s. 1(7)

After Schedule 1 insert, as Schedule 1A, the Schedule set out in Part 2 of Schedule 1 to this Act.

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

In the Sentencing Code—

s. 2(a)

in section 306 (extended sentences: meaning of “specified offence” etc), in subsection (2), after the definition of “serious harm” insert—;

s. 2(b)

after Schedule 17 insert, as Schedule 17A, the Schedule set out in Schedule 2 to this Act.

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

s. 3(1)

The Criminal Justice (Northern Ireland) Order 2008 (S.I. 2008/1216 (N.I. 1)) is amended as follows.

s. 3(2)

In Article 12 (interpretation of Chapter 3 of Part 2 (dangerous offenders and other terrorist offenders))—

s. 3(2)(a)

in paragraph (3), before the definition of “life sentence” insert—;

s. 3(2)(b)

after paragraph (5) insert—

s. 3(3)

After Schedule 2 insert, as Schedule 2A, the Schedule set out in Schedule 3 to this Act.

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

After section 268 of the Sentencing Code insert—

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

After section 282 of the Sentencing Code insert—

s. 6 — Serious terrorism sentence: Scotland

s. 6(1)

After section 205 of the Criminal Procedure (Scotland) Act 1995 insert—

s. 6(2)

After Schedule 5 to that Act insert, as Schedule 5ZA, the Schedule set out in Schedule 4 to this Act.

s. 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—

s. 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—

s. 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—

s. 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—

s. 11 — 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—

s. 12 — Minimum punishment part for serious terrorism offenders: Scotland

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

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

s. 13(1)

The Life Sentences (Northern Ireland) Order 2001 (S.I. 2001/2564 (N.I. 2)) is amended as follows.

s. 13(2)

In Article 5(2) (length of tariff), after “shall” insert “ (subject to Article 5A (serious terrorism cases)) ”.

s. 13(3)

After Article 5 insert—

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

s. 14(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.

s. 14(2)

In paragraph (3)(b), after “being” insert “ (subject to paragraphs (3A) to (3E)) ”.

s. 14(3)

After paragraph (3) insert—

s. 15 — Additional offences attracting extended sentence: England and Wales

s. 15(1)

Part 1 of Schedule 18 to the Sentencing Code (specified violent offences attracting extended sentence) is amended as follows.

s. 15(2)

In paragraph 5 (offences under the Explosive Substances Act 1883), at the end insert—

s. 15(3)

After paragraph 11 insert—

s. 15(4)

In paragraph 13 (offences under the Aviation Security Act 1982), at the end insert—

s. 15(5)

After paragraph 13 insert—

s. 15(6)

In paragraph 19 (offences under the Aviation and Maritime Security Act 1990), at the end insert—

s. 15(7)

After paragraph 20 insert—

s. 16 — Increase in extension period for serious terrorism offenders aged under 18: England and Wales

s. 16(1)

Section 256(4) of the Sentencing Code (limits on extension period in term of extended sentence of detention) is amended as follows.

s. 16(2)

In paragraph (b)—

s. 16(2)(a)

in sub-paragraph (i), at the end insert “ (unless sub-paragraph (iii) applies) ”;

s. 16(2)(b)

in sub-paragraph (ii), at the end insert “ (unless sub-paragraph (iii) applies) ”;

s. 16(2)(c)

after sub-paragraph (ii) insert—

s. 16(3)

In the words after paragraph (b), for “and “specified terrorism offence”” substitute “, “specified terrorism offence” and “serious terrorism offence””.

s. 17 — Increase in extension period for adult serious terrorism offenders aged under 21: England and Wales

s. 17(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.

s. 17(2)

In paragraph (b)—

s. 17(2)(a)

in sub-paragraph (i), at the end insert “ (unless sub-paragraph (iii) applies); ”;

s. 17(2)(b)

in sub-paragraph (ii), at the end insert “ (unless sub-paragraph (iii) applies); ”;

s. 17(2)(c)

after sub-paragraph (ii) insert—

s. 17(3)

In the words after paragraph (b), for “and “specified terrorism offence”” substitute “, “specified terrorism offence” and “serious terrorism offence””.

s. 18 — Increase in extension period for serious terrorism offenders aged 21 or over: England and Wales

s. 18(1)

Section 281(4) of the Sentencing Code (limits on extension period in term of extended sentence of imprisonment) is amended as follows.

s. 18(2)

In paragraph (b)—

s. 18(2)(a)

in sub-paragraph (i), at the end insert “ (unless sub-paragraph (iii) applies) ”;

s. 18(2)(b)

in sub-paragraph (ii), at the end insert “ (unless sub-paragraph (iii) applies) ”;

s. 18(2)(c)

after sub-paragraph (ii) insert—

s. 18(3)

In the words after paragraph (b), for “and “specified terrorism offence”” substitute “, “specified terrorism offence” and “serious terrorism offence””.

s. 19 — Additional terrorism offences attracting extended sentence: Scotland

s. 19(1)

The Criminal Procedure (Scotland) Act 1995 is amended as follows.

s. 19(2)

In section 210A(10) (extended sentences for terrorist offenders etc: interpretation), for the definition of “terrorism offence” substitute—.

s. 19(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.

s. 20 — Extended custodial sentences for serious terrorism offenders: Northern Ireland

s. 20(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.

s. 20(2)

In paragraph (1)—

s. 20(2)(a)

in sub-paragraph (a), for the words from “convicted” to the end (including the final “and”) substitute;

s. 20(2)(b)

after sub-paragraph (a) insert—.

s. 20(3)

In paragraph (8)—

s. 20(3)(a)

in sub-paragraph (a), for “; and” substitute “ (unless sub-paragraph (c) applies); ”;

s. 20(3)(b)

in sub-paragraph (b), at the end insert “ (unless sub-paragraph (c) applies); and ”;

s. 20(3)(c)

after sub-paragraph (b) insert—

s. 21 — Offences attracting special custodial sentence for offenders of particular concern: England and Wales

s. 21(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.

s. 21(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.

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

s. 22(1)

The Sentencing Code is amended as follows.

s. 22(2)

After section 252 insert—

s. 22(3)

In section 265 (special sentence of detention in young offender institution for offenders of particular concern)—

s. 22(3)(a)

in subsection (1)(b)—

s. 22(3)(a)(i)

omit sub-paragraph (i) (including the final “and”);

s. 22(3)(a)(ii)

in sub-paragraph (ii), after “aged” insert “ at least 18 but ”;

s. 22(3)(b)

after subsection (1) insert—

s. 22(4)

In section 278 (special sentence of imprisonment for offenders of particular concern)—

s. 22(4)(a)

in subsection (1)(b), omit sub-paragraph (i) (including the final “and”);

s. 22(4)(b)

after subsection (1) insert—

s. 23 — Terrorism sentence with fixed licence period: Scotland

s. 23(1)

The Criminal Procedure (Scotland) Act 1995 is amended as follows.

s. 23(2)

After section 205ZB (inserted by section 12) insert—

s. 23(3)

After Schedule 5ZA (inserted by section 6) insert, as Schedule 5ZB, the Schedule set out in Schedule 7 to this Act.

s. 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—

s. 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.

s. 26 — Increase in maximum sentences for certain terrorist offences

s. 26(1)

In the Terrorism Act 2000—

s. 26(1)(a)

in section 11(3)(a) (sentence on conviction on indictment for membership of proscribed organisation), for “ten” substitute “ 14 ”;

s. 26(1)(b)

in section 12(6)(a) (sentence on conviction on indictment for inviting or expressing support for proscribed organisation), for “ten” substitute “ 14 ”.

s. 26(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 ”.

s. 26(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

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

s. 27(1)

The Criminal Justice Act 2003 is amended as follows.

s. 27(2)

In section 247A (restricted eligibility for release on licence of terrorist prisoners) (as amended by Schedule 13)—

s. 27(2)(a)

in subsection (2), for paragraph (a) substitute—;

s. 27(2)(b)

after subsection (2) insert—

s. 27(3)

For Schedule 19ZA substitute the Schedule set out in Schedule 9 to this Act.

s. 28 — Removal of early release for dangerous terrorist prisoners: Scotland

s. 28(1)

The Prisoners and Criminal Proceedings (Scotland) Act 1993 is amended as follows.

s. 28(2)

In section 1AB (restricted eligibility for release on licence of terrorist prisoners) (as amended by Schedule 13)—

s. 28(2)(a)

in subsection (2), for paragraph (a) substitute—;

s. 28(2)(b)

after subsection (2) insert—

s. 28(3)

For Schedule 1A substitute the Schedule set out in Schedule 10 to this Act.

s. 29 — Further provision about release of terrorist prisoners: Scotland

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

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

s. 30(1)

In the Criminal Justice (Northern Ireland) Order 2008 (S.I. 2008/1216 (N.I. 1)), after Article 20 insert—

s. 30(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.

s. 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—

s. 32 — Polygraph licence conditions for terrorist offenders: England and Wales

s. 32(1)

The Offender Management Act 2007 is amended as follows.

s. 32(2)

In section 28 (application of polygraph condition)—

s. 32(2)(a)

in subsection (2), before “who” insert “ or a relevant terrorist offence ”;

s. 32(2)(b)

after subsection (4) insert—

s. 32(3)

In section 29 (effect of polygraph condition), after subsection (7) insert—

s. 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

s. 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 ”.

s. 35 — TPIMs: extension of time limit

s. 35(1)

The Terrorism Prevention and Investigation Measures Act 2011 (the “2011 Act”) is amended in accordance with subsections (2) to (6).

s. 35(2)

For the italic heading before section 5, substitute “ Duration of measures ”.

s. 35(3)

In section 5 (two year limit for TPIM notices)—

s. 35(3)(a)

in subsection (3)(b), for “only one occasion” substitute “ up to four occasions ”;

s. 35(3)(b)

in the heading, for “Two” substitute “ Five ”.

s. 35(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) ”.

s. 35(5)

In section 13 (revocation and revival of TPIM notice)—

s. 35(5)(a)

in subsection (6)(a)—

s. 35(5)(a)(i)

the words “without being extended under section 5(2)” become sub-paragraph (i);

s. 35(5)(a)(ii)

at the end of that sub-paragraph (i) insert;

s. 35(5)(b)

in subsection (7)(b), at the end insert “ (and regardless of how many times it has been so extended) ”;

s. 35(5)(c)

in subsection (9)—

s. 35(5)(c)(i)

omit the “and” at the end of paragraph (a);

s. 35(5)(c)(ii)

after paragraph (b) insert

s. 35(6)

In section 14 (replacement of quashed TPIM notice), for subsection (3) substitute—

s. 35(7)

The amendments made by this section do not apply in relation to—

s. 35(7)(a)

a TPIM notice served before the day on which this section comes into force, or

s. 35(7)(b)

a replacement TPIM notice served on or after that day in a case where—

s. 35(7)(b)(i)

the overturned notice to which it relates was served before that day, and

s. 35(7)(b)(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.

s. 35(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.

s. 36 — TPIMs: variation of measures

s. 36(1)

The Terrorism Prevention and Investigation Measures Act 2011 is amended as follows.

s. 36(2)

In section 12 (variation of measures)—

s. 36(2)(a)

after subsection (1) insert—;

s. 36(2)(b)

in each of subsections (7), (8), (9) and (10), after “subsection (1)” insert “ or (1A) ”;

s. 36(2)(c)

at the end insert—

s. 36(3)

In section 16 (appeals)—

s. 36(3)(a)

in subsection (2), in the words before paragraph (a)—

s. 36(3)(a)(i)

after “varies” insert “ under section 12(1)(c) ”;

s. 36(3)(a)(ii)

omit “(see section 12(1)(c))”;

s. 36(3)(b)

after subsection (2) insert—

s. 36(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) ”.

s. 36(5)

In Schedule 5 (powers of entry etc), in paragraph 5(2), for paragraph (c) (but not the final “or”) substitute—.

s. 37 — TPIMs: extension of residence measure

In Schedule 1 to the Terrorism Prevention and Investigation Measures Act 2011 (measures)—

s. 37(a)

in the heading before paragraph 1, omit “Overnight”, and

s. 37(b)

in paragraph 1(2)(c) and (8)(a), omit “overnight”.

s. 38 — TPIMs: polygraph measure

s. 38(1)

In Schedule 1 to the Terrorism Prevention and Investigation Measures Act 2011 (measures), after paragraph 10 insert—

s. 38(2)

In section 17 of that Act (jurisdiction in relation to decisions under the Act), in subsection (3), after paragraph (c) insert—.

s. 39 — TPIMs: drug testing measure

s. 39(1)

In Schedule 1 to the Terrorism Prevention and Investigation Measures Act 2011 (measures), after paragraph 10ZA (inserted by section 38) insert—

s. 39(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—.

s. 40 — TPIMs: provision of information

s. 40(1)

Schedule 1 to the Terrorism Prevention and Investigation Measures Act 2011 (measures) is amended as follows.

s. 40(2)

In paragraph 7 (electronic communication device measure)—

s. 40(2)(a)

in sub-paragraph (4), at the end insert—;

s. 40(2)(b)

in sub-paragraph (6)(c) and (d), after “designed or adapted” insert “ , or capable of being adapted, ”.

s. 40(3)

After paragraph 12 insert—

s. 41 — TPIMs: annual review

s. 41(1)

In section 20 of the Terrorism Prevention and Investigation Measures Act 2011 (reviews of the operation of that Act)—

s. 41(1)(a)

after subsection (1) insert—;

s. 41(1)(b)

in subsection (2), after “calendar year” insert “ after 2026 ”;

s. 41(1)(c)

in subsection (4), for “subsection (2)” substitute “ this section ”;

s. 41(1)(d)

after subsection (6) insert—

s. 41(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.

s. 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—

s. 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.

s. 44 — Serious crime prevention orders: review of operation of police powers

s. 44(1)

The Secretary of State must—

s. 44(1)(a)

review the operation of the amendments made by this Act to the Serious Crime Act 2007 (see Schedule 12), and

s. 44(1)(b)

publish the outcome of the review in a report.

s. 44(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.

s. 44(3)

The Secretary of State must lay the report before Parliament.

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

s. 45(1)

In section 20 of the Counter-Terrorism and Border Security Act 2019 (support for persons vulnerable to being drawn into terrorism)—

s. 45(1)(a)

in subsection (8), omit the words from “, within the period” to “passed,”;

s. 45(1)(b)

in subsection (9), omit the words from “, within the period” to the end.

s. 45(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

s. 46 — Consequential and related amendments

Schedule 13 contains consequential and other related amendments.

s. 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.

s. 48 — Power to make further consequential provision

s. 48(1)

The Secretary of State may by regulations make provision in consequence of this Act.

s. 48(2)

The power conferred by subsection (1) includes power—

s. 48(2)(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);

s. 48(2)(b)

to make different provision for different purposes;

s. 48(2)(c)

to make transitional, transitory or saving provision.

s. 48(3)

Regulations under this section are to be made by statutory instrument.

s. 48(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.

s. 48(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.

s. 48(6)

In this section—“primary legislation” means—an Act of Parliament; an Act of the Scottish Parliament; an Act or Measure of Senedd Cymru; Northern Ireland legislation;“subordinate legislation” means—subordinate legislation within the meaning of the Interpretation Act 1978; an instrument made under an Act of the Scottish Parliament; an instrument made under an Act or Measure of Senedd Cymru; an instrument made under Northern Ireland legislation.

s. 48(7)

In the Criminal Justice and Court Services Act 2000—

s. 48(7)(a)

in section 77 (supplementary and consequential provision), at the end insert—;

s. 48(7)(b)

in section 78(2) (meaning of “enactment”), after “in this Part” insert “ other than section 77(3) ”.

s. 49 — Extent

s. 49(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.

s. 49(2)

Subject to subsections (3) and (4), the other provisions of this Act extend to England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.

s. 49(3)

Section 21(2) extends to England and Wales only.

s. 49(4)

Section 45(2) extends to England and Wales and Scotland.

s. 49(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.

s. 49(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.

s. 49(7)

The following are “armed forces provisions”—

s. 49(7)(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;

s. 49(7)(b)

an amendment, modification or repeal made by or under this Act of—

s. 49(7)(b)(i)

a provision of or made under the Armed Forces Act 2006,

s. 49(7)(b)(ii)

a provision that amends, modifies or repeals a provision of, or made under, that Act, or

s. 49(7)(b)(iii)

any other provision, so far as the provision is applied (by whatever words) by or under that Act.

s. 49(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.

s. 49(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.

s. 50 — Commencement

s. 50(1)

The following provisions come into force on the day after the day on which this Act is passed—

s. 50(1)(a)

section 3 (and Schedule 3);

s. 50(1)(b)

section 21 (and Schedule 6), except as mentioned in subsection (3)(f);

s. 50(1)(c)

section 22;

s. 50(1)(d)

section 23 (and Schedule 7);

s. 50(1)(e)

section 24;

s. 50(1)(f)

section 30;

s. 50(1)(g)

section 45;

s. 50(1)(h)

sections 47 to 49, this section and section 51;

s. 50(1)(i)

the following provisions in Schedule 13 (and section 46 to the extent that it relates to those provisions)—

s. 50(1)(i)(i)

Part 3 of that Schedule, except as mentioned in subsection (3)(i);

s. 50(1)(i)(ii)

Part 4 of that Schedule;

s. 50(1)(i)(iii)

paragraph 44;

s. 50(1)(i)(iv)

paragraph 45 other than sub-paragraph (4);

s. 50(1)(i)(v)

paragraphs 47 to 51;

s. 50(1)(i)(vi)

paragraph 52 other than sub-paragraph (7)(a);

s. 50(1)(i)(vii)

paragraph 53 other than sub-paragraph (4);

s. 50(1)(i)(viii)

paragraphs 54 to 60;

s. 50(1)(i)(ix)

Parts 9 and 10 of that Schedule.

s. 50(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—

s. 50(2)(a)

section 1 (and Schedule 1), except as mentioned in subsection (3)(a);

s. 50(2)(b)

section 2 (and Schedule 2);

s. 50(2)(c)

sections 4 and 5;

s. 50(2)(d)

section 6 (and Schedule 4);

s. 50(2)(e)

sections 7 to 10;

s. 50(2)(f)

section 11, except as mentioned in subsection (3)(b);

s. 50(2)(g)

sections 12 to 14;

s. 50(2)(h)

section 15, except as mentioned in subsection (3)(c);

s. 50(2)(i)

section 16, except as mentioned in subsection (3)(d);

s. 50(2)(j)

sections 17 and 18, except as mentioned in subsection (3)(e);

s. 50(2)(k)

section 19 (and Schedule 5);

s. 50(2)(l)

section 20;

s. 50(2)(m)

section 26;

s. 50(2)(n)

section 27 (and Schedule 9);

s. 50(2)(o)

section 28 (and Schedule 10);

s. 50(2)(p)

section 29;

s. 50(2)(q)

sections 31 and 32;

s. 50(2)(r)

section 33 (and Schedule 11);

s. 50(2)(s)

sections 34 to 42;

s. 50(2)(t)

section 43 (and Schedule 12);

s. 50(2)(u)

section 44;

s. 50(2)(v)

the following provisions in Schedule 13 (and section 46 to the extent that it relates to those provisions)—

s. 50(2)(v)(i)

Part 1 of that Schedule, except as mentioned in subsection (3)(h);

s. 50(2)(v)(ii)

Part 2 of that Schedule;

s. 50(2)(v)(iii)

paragraphs 45(4), 46, 52(7)(a) and 53(4);

s. 50(2)(v)(iv)

Part 8 of that Schedule.

s. 50(3)

The following provisions of this Act come into force on such day as the Secretary of State may by regulations appoint—

s. 50(3)(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;

s. 50(3)(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;

s. 50(3)(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;

s. 50(3)(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;

s. 50(3)(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;

s. 50(3)(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;

s. 50(3)(g)

section 25 (and Schedule 8);

s. 50(3)(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);

s. 50(3)(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);

s. 50(3)(j)

Part 5 of Schedule 13 (and section 46 to the extent that it relates to that Part).

s. 50(4)

Different days may be appointed for different purposes.

s. 50(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.

s. 50(6)

Regulations under this section are to be made by statutory instrument.

s. 51 — Short title

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

Sch 1

Offences where terrorist connection not required to be considered

Sch 1

England and Wales; service offences

Paragraph

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

Sch 1

Scotland and Northern Ireland

Paragraph

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

Sch 2

Serious terrorism offences: England and Wales

Paragraph

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

Sch 3

Offences for the purposes of this Act: Northern Ireland

Paragraph

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))—

Sch 4

Serious terrorism offences: Scotland

Paragraph

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

Sch 5

Terrorism offences attracting extended sentence: Scotland

Paragraph

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

Sch 6

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

Paragraph

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

Sch 7

Offences attracting terrorism sentence with fixed licence period: Scotland

Paragraph

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

Sch 8

Corresponding provision about sentencing under service law

Sch 8

Serious terrorism sentences etc

Sch 8 para 1

The Armed Forces Act 2006 is amended as follows.

Sch 8 para 2

After section 219 insert—

Sch 8 para 3

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

Sch 8 para 4

In section 261A (life sentences: further provision), in subsection (3)—

Sch 8 para 4(a)

the words from “subsection (2)(c)(i)” to the end become paragraph (a),

Sch 8 para 4(b)

at the end insert—.

Sch 8 para 5

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

Sch 8

Offences attracting special custodial sentence

Sch 8 para 6

In section 224A of the Armed Forces Act 2006 (special custodial sentence for offenders of particular concern)—

Sch 8 para 6(a)

in subsection (1)—

Sch 8 para 6(a)(i)

in paragraph (a), omit “under section 42 (criminal conduct)”;

Sch 8 para 6(a)(ii)

for paragraph (b) substitute—;

Sch 8 para 6(b)

omit subsection (4).

Sch 8

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

Sch 8 para 7

The Armed Forces Act 2006 is amended as follows.

Sch 8 para 8

Sch 8 para 8(1)

Section 224A (special custodial sentence for offenders of particular concern) is amended as follows.

Sch 8 para 8(2)

In the heading, at the end insert “ aged 18 or over ”.

Sch 8 para 8(3)

In subsection (1)—

Sch 8 para 8(3)(a)

in paragraph (a), after “person” insert “ aged 18 or over ”;

Sch 8 para 8(3)(b)

omit paragraph (c) (but not the final “and”).

Sch 8 para 8(4)

After subsection (1) insert—

Sch 8 para 9

After section 224A insert—

Sch 9

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

Paragraph

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

Sch 10

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

Paragraph

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

Sch 11

Release on licence of repatriated terrorist prisoners

Sch 11 para 1

The Schedule to the Repatriation of Prisoners Act 1984 is amended as follows.

Sch 11 para 2

In paragraph 2 (application of early release provisions), as it applies in relation to prisoners repatriated to England and Wales, after sub-paragraph (3A) insert—

Sch 11 para 3

Sch 11 para 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.

Sch 11 para 3(2)

In sub-paragraph (1), after “(3),” insert “ 1AB(3), ”.

Sch 11 para 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 ”.

Sch 11 para 3(4)

After sub-paragraph (3) insert—

Sch 11 para 4

Sch 11 para 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.

Sch 11 para 4(2)

In sub-paragraph (1A)(b), after “(3),” insert “ 1AB(3), ”.

Sch 11 para 4(3)

After sub-paragraph (2) insert—

Sch 11 para 5

In paragraph 2A (application of early release provisions to prisoners repatriated to Northern Ireland), after sub-paragraph (4) insert—

Sch 12

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

Sch 12 para 1

The Serious Crime Act 2007 is amended as follows.

Sch 12 para 2

Sch 12 para 2(1)

Section 8 (authorities that can apply for a serious crime prevention order) is amended as follows.

Sch 12 para 2(2)

The existing text becomes subsection (1).

Sch 12 para 2(3)

In that subsection (1)—

Sch 12 para 2(3)(a)

in paragraph (a)—

Sch 12 para 2(3)(a)(i)

omit the “or” before sub-paragraph (iii);

Sch 12 para 2(3)(a)(ii)

at the end of that sub-paragraph insert;

Sch 12 para 2(3)(b)

in paragraph (aa), for “, the Lord Advocate” substitute;

Sch 12 para 2(3)(c)

in paragraph (b), for “, the Director of Public Prosecutions for Northern Ireland” substitute

Sch 12 para 2(4)

After subsection (1) insert—

Sch 12 para 3

After section 8 insert—

Sch 12 para 4

Sch 12 para 4(1)

Section 10(4) (definition of “relevant applicant authority”) is amended as follows.

Sch 12 para 4(2)

In paragraph (a)—

Sch 12 para 4(2)(a)

omit the “and” before sub-paragraph (iii);

Sch 12 para 4(2)(b)

at the end of that sub-paragraph insert—.

Sch 12 para 4(3)

In paragraph (aa), for “, the Lord Advocate” substitute.

Sch 12 para 4(4)

In paragraph (b), for “, the Director of Public Prosecutions for Northern Ireland” substitute

Sch 12 para 5

Sch 12 para 5(1)

Section 17 (variation of orders) is amended as follows.

Sch 12 para 5(2)

In subsection (3)(a), after “authority” insert “ (but see subsection (7A)) ”.

Sch 12 para 5(3)

After subsection (7) insert—

Sch 12 para 6

Sch 12 para 6(1)

Section 18 (discharge of orders) is amended as follows.

Sch 12 para 6(2)

In subsection (2)(a), after “authority” insert “ (but see subsection (7)) ”.

Sch 12 para 6(3)

At the end insert—

Sch 12 para 7

Sch 12 para 7(1)

Section 27 (powers to wind up companies etc: England and Wales) is amended as follows.

Sch 12 para 7(2)

After subsection (1) insert—

Sch 12 para 7(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 ”.

Sch 12 para 7(4)

In subsection (12), after the definition of “partnership” (but before the final “and”) insert—.

Sch 12 para 8

Sch 12 para 8(1)

Section 27A (powers to wind up companies etc: Scotland) is amended as follows.

Sch 12 para 8(2)

After subsection (1) insert—

Sch 12 para 8(3)

In subsection (3), at the end insert “ or the chief constable of the Police Service of Scotland ”.

Sch 12 para 9

Sch 12 para 9(1)

Section 28 (powers to wind up companies etc: Northern Ireland) is amended as follows.

Sch 12 para 9(2)

After subsection (1) insert—

Sch 12 para 9(3)

In subsection (3), at the end insert “ or the Chief Constable of the Police Service of Northern Ireland ”.

Sch 12 para 10

In section 43 (index of defined expressions for Part 1), at the appropriate place insert—.

Sch 12 para 11

Sch 12 para 11(1)

Schedule 2 (functions of applicant authorities under Part 1) is amended as follows.

Sch 12 para 11(2)

After paragraph 15 insert—

Sch 12 para 11(3)

After paragraph 20 insert—

Sch 13

Consequential and related amendments

Sch 13

Offences aggravated by terrorist connection

Sch 13 para 1

Sch 13 para 1(1)

The Terrorism Act 2000 is amended as follows.

Sch 13 para 1(2)

In section 23A(4) (application of forfeiture provisions to offences with terrorist connection)—

Sch 13 para 1(2)(a)

in the words before paragraph (a), omit the words from “specified” to “considered)”;

Sch 13 para 1(2)(b)

in paragraph (a), for “that Act” substitute “ the Counter-Terrorism Act 2008. ”

Sch 13 para 1(3)

In Schedule 4 (forfeiture orders)—

Sch 13 para 1(3)(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) ”;

Sch 13 para 1(3)(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) ”.

Sch 13 para 2

Sch 13 para 2(1)

The Counter-Terrorism Act 2008 is amended as follows.

Sch 13 para 2(2)

Omit section 33 (power to amend Schedule 2).

Sch 13 para 2(3)

In section 42 (application of notification provisions to offences with terrorist connection), omit subsection (4).

Sch 13 para 2(4)

In Schedule 2 (offences aggravated by terrorist connection)—

Sch 13 para 2(4)(a)

in the heading, after “Offences” insert “ committed before the commencement of section 1 of the Counter-Terrorism and Sentencing Act 2021 ”;

Sch 13 para 2(4)(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”.

Sch 13 para 3

In 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 ”.

Sch 13 para 4

Paragraph 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.

Sch 13 para 5

In 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”.

Sch 13 para 6

Sch 13 para 6(1)

The Sentencing Act 2020 is amended as follows.

Sch 13 para 6(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”.

Sch 13 para 6(3)

In Schedule 1 (offences aggravated by terrorist connection)—

Sch 13 para 6(3)(a)

in the heading, after “Offences” insert “ committed before the commencement of section 1 of the Counter-Terrorism and Sentencing Act 2021 ”;

Sch 13 para 6(3)(b)

in paragraph 9(c), omit “, so far as relating to an offence specified in this Schedule”.

Sch 13 para 6(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.

Sch 13 para 6(5)

In Schedule 23, omit Part 1 (power to amend Schedule 1).

Sch 13

Serious terrorism sentence: England and Wales

Sch 13 para 7

In 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)—

Sch 13 para 7(a)

in subsection (1)(a), after “protection” insert “ , a serious terrorism sentence ”;

Sch 13 para 7(b)

in subsection (1A), after paragraph (c) insert—.

Sch 13 para 8

In section 37 of the Mental Health Act 1983 (power of courts to order hospital admission etc)—

Sch 13 para 8(a)

in subsection (1A), for “273, 274” substitute “ 268A, 273, 274, 282A ”;

Sch 13 para 8(b)

in subsection (1B), after paragraph (a) insert—.

Sch 13 para 9

Sch 13 para 9(1)

The Criminal Justice Act 2003 is amended as follows.

Sch 13 para 9(2)

In section 237 (meaning of “fixed-term prisoner”)—

Sch 13 para 9(2)(a)

in subsection (1)(b), for “266, 278 or 279” substitute “ 266 or 268A ”;

Sch 13 para 9(2)(b)

in subsection (3), for “or 266” substitute “ , 266 or 268A ”.

Sch 13 para 9(3)

In section 240ZA (time remanded in custody to count as time served), in subsection (11), for “or 266” substitute “ , 266 or 268A ”.

Sch 13 para 9(4)

In section 247A (restricted eligibility for early release for terrorist prisoners)—

Sch 13 para 9(4)(a)

in subsection (6), for “278 or 279” substitute “ 268A, 278, 279 or 282A ”;

Sch 13 para 9(4)(b)

in subsection (8), in the definition of “the appropriate custodial term”, for “278 or 279” substitute “ 268A, 278, 279 or 282A ”.

Sch 13 para 9(5)

In section 250 (licence conditions), in subsection (4)—

Sch 13 para 9(5)(a)

for “or 279” substitute “ , 279 or 282A ”;

Sch 13 para 9(5)(b)

for “or 266” substitute “ , 266 or 268A ”.

Sch 13 para 9(6)

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Sch 13 para 9(7)

In section 255C (extended sentence prisoners and those not suitable for automatic release)—

Sch 13 para 9(7)(a)

for the heading, substitute “ Prisoners not suitable for automatic release ”;

Sch 13 para 9(7)(b)

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Sch 13 para 9(8)

In section 258 (early release for fine defaulters etc), in subsection (3A), for “or 266” substitute “ , 266 or 268A ”.

Sch 13 para 9(9)

In section 263 (concurrent terms) in subsection (4), for “or 266” substitute “ , 266 or 268A ”.

Sch 13 para 9(10)

In section 264(7) (application of provisions about consecutive sentences of imprisonment to sentences of detention), for “or 266” substitute “ , 266 or 268A ”.

Sch 13 para 10

In 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 ”.

Sch 13 para 11

Sch 13 para 11(1)

The Sentencing Act 2020 is amended as follows.

Sch 13 para 11(2)

In section 15 (committal for sentence of dangerous adult offenders)—

Sch 13 para 11(2)(a)

after subsection (1) insert—;

Sch 13 para 11(2)(b)

in subsection (6), for “a specified offence” substitute “ an offence ”.

Sch 13 para 11(3)

In section 59(2) (provisions to which duty to follow sentencing guidelines is subject), after paragraph (g) insert—.

Sch 13 para 11(4)

In section 61 (sentencing guidelines: extended sentences and life sentences)—

Sch 13 para 11(4)(a)

in the heading, after “extended sentences” insert “ , serious terrorism sentences ”;

Sch 13 para 11(4)(b)

after subsection (2) insert—

Sch 13 para 11(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—.

Sch 13 para 11(6)

In section 166(5) (periods of extension of driving disqualification order where custodial sentence imposed)—

Sch 13 para 11(6)(a)

after entry 4 in the table insert—;

Sch 13 para 11(6)(b)

after entry 6 in the table insert—.

Sch 13 para 11(7)

In section 221 (overview of Part 10)—

Sch 13 para 11(7)(a)

in subsection (3)(a)—

Sch 13 para 11(7)(a)(i)

omit the “and” at the end of sub-paragraph (ii);

Sch 13 para 11(7)(a)(ii)

at the end of sub-paragraph (iii) insert;

Sch 13 para 11(7)(b)

in subsection (4), after paragraph (c) (but before the final “and”) insert—.

Sch 13 para 11(8)

In section 231 (length of discretionary custodial sentences: general)—

Sch 13 para 11(8)(a)

in the italic heading before subsection (3), for “mandatory sentences and extended sentences” substitute “ certain sentences ”;

Sch 13 para 11(8)(b)

after subsection (6) insert—

Sch 13 para 11(9)

In section 262(3) (circumstances in which detention in young offender institution required), after “mentioned in” insert.

Sch 13 para 11(10)

In section 263 (term of detention in a young offender institution), in subsection (4), at the end insert—

Sch 13 para 11(11)

In section 265(1) (circumstances in which special custodial sentence for certain young adult offenders of particular concern is required), in paragraph (c)—

Sch 13 para 11(11)(a)

in the words before sub-paragraph (i), for “either” substitute “ any ”;

Sch 13 para 11(11)(b)

after sub-paragraph (i) (but before the final “or”) insert—.

Sch 13 para 11(12)

In section 267(1) (availability of extended sentence of detention), after paragraph (d) (but before the final “and”) insert—.

Sch 13 para 11(13)

In section 278 (special custodial sentence for offenders of particular concern), in subsection (1)(c)—

Sch 13 para 11(13)(a)

in the words before sub-paragraph (i), for “either” substitute “ any ”;

Sch 13 para 11(13)(b)

after sub-paragraph (i) (but before the final “or”) insert—.

Sch 13 para 11(14)

In section 280(1) (availability of extended sentence of imprisonment), after paragraph (d) (but before the final “and”) insert—.

Sch 13 para 11(15)

In section 308 (assessment of dangerous), in subsection (1), after paragraph (a) insert—.

Sch 13 para 11(16)

In section 329 (conversion of sentence of detention to sentence of imprisonment)—

Sch 13 para 11(16)(a)

in subsection (3) (as amended by Part 4 of this Schedule), for “(5)” substitute “ (5A) ”;

Sch 13 para 11(16)(b)

after subsection (5) insert—;

Sch 13 para 11(16)(c)

in subsection (7), after paragraph (e) insert—.

Sch 13 para 11(17)

In section 397(1) (interpretation), after the definition of “sentencing guidelines” insert—.

Sch 13 para 11(18)

In section 399 (mandatory sentences), after paragraph (b) (but before the final “or”) insert—.

Sch 13 para 11(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)—

Sch 13 para 11(19)(a)

in paragraph (a), for “38” substitute “ 38B ”;

Sch 13 para 11(19)(b)

in paragraph (d), for “268” substitute “ 268C ”;

Sch 13 para 11(19)(c)

in paragraph (f), after “paragraphs” insert “ 68A, ”.

Sch 13 para 11(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)—

Sch 13 para 11(20)(a)

for paragraph 36 substitute—;

Sch 13 para 11(20)(b)

in paragraph 37 (amendments of section 59 of the Code)—

Sch 13 para 11(20)(b)(i)

for “59(2)(h)” substitute “ 59(2) ”;

Sch 13 para 11(20)(b)(ii)

after “court)” insert;

Sch 13 para 11(20)(c)

in paragraph 38 (amendments of section 61 of the Code), after sub-paragraph (a) insert—;

Sch 13 para 11(20)(d)

after paragraph 38 insert—;

Sch 13 para 11(20)(e)

in paragraph 40 (amendments of section 166 of the Code), for “paragraphs 3 and 4” substitute “ entries 3, 4 and 4A ”;

Sch 13 para 11(20)(f)

in paragraph 46 (amendments of section 231 of the Code), at the end insert—;

Sch 13 para 11(20)(g)

after paragraph 57 insert—;

Sch 13 para 11(20)(h)

in paragraph 62 (amendments of section 308(1) of the Code), after paragraph (a) insert—;

Sch 13 para 11(20)(i)

after paragraph 68 insert—;

Sch 13 para 11(20)(j)

in paragraph 70 (amendments of section 329 of the Code)—

Sch 13 para 11(20)(j)(i)

after the opening words insert—

Sch 13 para 11(20)(j)(ii)

after paragraph (a) insert—;

Sch 13 para 11(20)(j)(iii)

in paragraph (b), after “(e)” insert “ , (ea) ”;

Sch 13 para 11(20)(k)

in paragraph 72 (amendments of section 397(1) of the Code)—

Sch 13 para 11(20)(k)(i)

the words from “in the definition” to the end become sub-paragraph (a);

Sch 13 para 11(20)(k)(ii)

at the end insert—;

Sch 13 para 11(20)(l)

for paragraph 73 (amendments of section 399 of the Code) substitute—;

Sch 13 para 11(20)(m)

before paragraph 80 (amendment of Schedule 18 to the Code) insert—;

Sch 13 para 11(20)(n)

in paragraph 101 (amendment of section 37 of the Mental Health Act 1983)—

Sch 13 para 11(20)(n)(i)

in sub-paragraph (1), omit “, as amended by paragraph 73 of Schedule 24”;

Sch 13 para 11(20)(n)(ii)

in sub-paragraph (2), for “273” substitute “ 268A, 273 ”;

Sch 13 para 11(20)(n)(iii)

in sub-paragraph (3), after “(1B)” insert.

Sch 13

Offences attracting special custodial sentence: England and Wales

Sch 13 para 12

Sch 13 para 12(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 ”.

Sch 13 para 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.

Sch 13

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

Sch 13 para 13

In 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)—

Sch 13 para 13(a)

in subsection (1)(d), after “or section 250” insert “ or 252A ”;

Sch 13 para 13(b)

in subsection (8), in paragraph (f) of the definition of “custodial sentence”, before “of the Sentencing Code” insert “ or 252A ”.

Sch 13 para 14

Sch 13 para 14(1)

The Magistrates' Courts Act 1980 is amended as follows.

Sch 13 para 14(2)

In section 24A(5)(b) (explanation of sentencing powers if offender aged under 18 pleads guilty)—

Sch 13 para 14(2)(a)

after “16” insert “ , 16A ”;

Sch 13 para 14(2)(b)

after “16(1)(c)” insert “ , 16A(1)(c) ”.

Sch 13 para 14(3)

In section 113(3) (no bail pending appeal for accused committed to Crown Court), after “16” insert “ , 16A ”.

Sch 13 para 15

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

Sch 13 para 16

In 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 ”.

Sch 13 para 17

Sch 13 para 17(1)

The Crime and Disorder Act 1998 is amended as follows.

Sch 13 para 17(2)

In section 38(4) (youth justice services to be provided by local authorities), in paragraph (i), after “250,” insert “ 252A, ”.

Sch 13 para 17(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, ”.

Sch 13 para 17(4)

In section 51A(3) (conditions for sending offender aged under 18 to Crown Court for trial), after paragraph (b) insert—.

Sch 13 para 18

Sch 13 para 18(1)

The Criminal Justice and Court Services Act 2000 is amended as follows.

Sch 13 para 18(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 ”.

Sch 13 para 18(3)

In section 62A(4) (exceptions from power to require imposition of electronic monitoring condition), in paragraph (b), after “250” insert “ or 252A ”.

Sch 13 para 18(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 ”.

Sch 13 para 18(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 ”.

Sch 13 para 19

In 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) ”.

Sch 13 para 20

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

Sch 13 para 21

Sch 13 para 21(1)

The Criminal Justice Act 2003 is amended as follows.

Sch 13 para 21(2)

In section 237(1)(b) (offender sentenced to youth detention to count as fixed-term prisoner), after “250” insert “ , 252A ”.

Sch 13 para 21(3)

In section 240ZA(11) (time remanded in custody to count towards term of youth detention), after “250,” insert “ 252A, ”.

Sch 13 para 21(4)

In section 247A (eligibility for release on licence of terrorist prisoners)—

Sch 13 para 21(4)(a)

in subsection (6), after “or under section” insert “ 252A, ”;

Sch 13 para 21(4)(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, ”.

Sch 13 para 21(5)

In section 250 (licence conditions)—

Sch 13 para 21(a)

in subsection (4), after “250,” insert “ 252A, ”;

Sch 13 para 21(b)

in subsection (5A)(b), after “or under section” insert “ 252A, ”.

Sch 13 para 21(6)

In section 258(3A) (no duty to release fine defaulter or contemnor also serving term of youth detention), after “250” insert “ , 252A ”.

Sch 13 para 21(7)

In section 263(4) (sentences of detention to which provision about concurrent terms applies), after “250,” insert “ 252A, ”.

Sch 13 para 21(8)

In section 264 (consecutive sentences)—

Sch 13 para 21(8)(a)

in subsection (6A)(a), for “265” substitute “ 252A, 265 ”;

Sch 13 para 21(8)(b)

in subsection (7), after “250,” insert “ 252A, ”.

Sch 13 para 21(9)

In section 327(3) (sentences attracting risk assessment measures for sexual or violent offenders), in paragraph (b)(v), after “250” insert “ or 252A ”.

Sch 13 para 22

In 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 ”.

Sch 13 para 23

Sch 13 para 23(1)

The Armed Forces Act 2006 is amended as follows.

Sch 13 para 23(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 ”.

Sch 13 para 23(3)

In section 213(3A) (application of section 253 of the Sentencing Code), after “250” insert “ or 252A ”.

Sch 13 para 23(4)

In section 227(3) (minimum sentence for certain firearms offences), after “250” insert “ or 252A ”.

Sch 13 para 24

In section 28(3) of the Offender Management Act 2007 (custodial sentences where polygraph condition may be imposed on release on licence)—

Sch 13 para 24(a)

omit the “or” before paragraph (f);

Sch 13 para 24(b)

at the end of that paragraph insert

Sch 13 para 25

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

Sch 13 para 26

Sch 13 para 26(1)

The Sentencing Act 2020 is amended as follows.

Sch 13 para 26(2)

After section 16 insert—

Sch 13 para 26(3)

In section 17(4) (power to commit dangerous young offender for sentence not to affect other powers of committal), after “16” insert “ , 16A ”.

Sch 13 para 26(4)

In section 19 (committal for sentence on indication of guilty plea by child with related offences)—

Sch 13 para 26(4)(a)

in subsection (1)(b), at the end insert “ or section 252A(1)(a) (terrorism offences attracting special sentence for offenders of particular concern) ”;

Sch 13 para 26(4)(b)

in subsection (2)(a), after “249(1)” insert “ or within section 252A(1)(a) ”;

Sch 13 para 26(4)(c)

in subsection (3)(b), after “16(2)” insert “ , 16A(2) ”.

Sch 13 para 26(5)

In section 22 (powers of Crown Court where offender aged under 18 committed for sentence)—

Sch 13 para 26(5)(a)

in the heading, after “16,” insert “ 16A, ”;

Sch 13 para 26(5)(b)

in subsection (1), after paragraph (a) insert—;

Sch 13 para 26(5)(c)

in subsection (4)(b), after “16(2)” insert “ , 16A(2) ”.

Sch 13 para 26(6)

In section 166(5) (periods of extension of driving disqualification order where custodial sentence imposed), after entry 1 in the table insert—.

Sch 13 para 26(7)

In section 221(2) (kinds of custodial sentence dealt with by Chapter 2 of Part 10), after paragraph (b) insert—.

Sch 13 para 26(8)

In section 225 (restriction on consecutive sentences for released prisoners), in subsection (3)(c), after sub-paragraph (i) insert—.

Sch 13 para 26(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 ”.

Sch 13 para 26(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—.

Sch 13 para 26(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—.

Sch 13 para 26(12)

In section 248(4) (meaning of “relevant sentence of detention”), after paragraph (a) insert—.

Sch 13 para 26(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) ”.

Sch 13 para 26(14)

Before section 253, insert as an italic heading, “ Sentences of detention passed during detention and training order ”.

Sch 13 para 26(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 ”.

Sch 13 para 26(16)

In section 255(1)(a) (offences for which extended sentence of detention available), for sub-paragraph (ii) substitute—.

Sch 13 para 26(17)

In section 260 (place and conditions of detention), in the heading and in subsection (1), after “250” insert “ , 252A ”.

Sch 13 para 26(18)

In section 265 (special sentence of detention in young offender institution for offenders of particular concern), after subsection (3) insert—

Sch 13 para 26(19)

In section 278 (special sentence of imprisonment for offenders of particular concern), after subsection (3) insert—

Sch 13 para 26(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 ”.

Sch 13 para 26(21)

In section 312 (minimum sentence for threatening with weapon or bladed article), after subsection (3) insert—

Sch 13 para 26(22)

In section 315 (minimum sentence for repeat offence involving weapon or bladed article), after subsection (5) insert—

Sch 13 para 26(23)

In section 325(5) (sentences where certain time on bail to count towards term), in paragraph (c), after “section 250” insert “ , 252A ”.

Sch 13 para 26(24)

In section 327(2) (sentences where time in custody awaiting extradition to count towards term), in paragraph (c), after “section 250” insert “ , 252A ”.

Sch 13 para 26(25)

In section 329 (conversion of sentences of detention to imprisonment)—

Sch 13 para 26(25)(a)

in subsection (3), for “(4) and” substitute “ (4) to ”;

Sch 13 para 26(25)(b)

after subsection (4) insert—;

Sch 13 para 26(25)(c)

in subsection (7), after paragraph (a) insert—.

Sch 13 para 26(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 ”.

Sch 13 para 26(27)

In Schedule 22 (amendments of the Sentencing Code, including in relation to prospective abolition of sentences of detention in a young offender institution)—

Sch 13 para 26(27)(a)

after paragraph 51 insert—;

Sch 13 para 26(27)(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—.

Sch 13 para 26(28)

In Schedule 27 (transitional provision and savings), in paragraph 15(2), before paragraph (a) insert—

Sch 13 para 27

In 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 ”.

Sch 13 para 28

In 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)—

Sch 13 para 28(a)

in paragraph (a), before “or 259” insert “ , 252A ”;

Sch 13 para 28(b)

in paragraph (m)(ii), before “or 259” insert “ , 252A ”.

Sch 13 para 29

In 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, ”.

Sch 13 para 30

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

Sch 13 para 31

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

Sch 13 para 32

In 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 ”.

Sch 13

Amendments in relation to sentencing under service law

Sch 13 para 33

In 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)—

Sch 13 para 33(a)

in subsection (1)(d), after “or section 209” insert “ or 224B ”;

Sch 13 para 33(b)

in subsection (8), in paragraph (f) of the definition of “custodial sentence”, after “209” insert “ or 224B ”.

Sch 13 para 34

Sch 13 para 34(1)

The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 as it forms part of the law of Scotland is amended as follows.

Sch 13 para 34(2)

In section 5 (rehabilitation periods for particular sentences)—

Sch 13 para 34(2)(a)

in subsection (1)(d), after “or section 209” insert “ or 224B ”;

Sch 13 para 34(2)(b)

in subsection (2F)(a)(ii), after “209” insert “ or 224B ”.

Sch 13 para 34(3)

In section 5B (Table B – disclosure periods: service disciplinary cases), in the sixth entry of Table B, after “209” insert “ or 224B ”.

Sch 13 para 35

In 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 ”

Sch 13 para 35(a)

paragraph (1)(e);

Sch 13 para 35(b)

in paragraph (2), in Table B, in the first column, the fourth and fifth entries;

Sch 13 para 35(c)

paragraph (9)(c).

Sch 13 para 36

In 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 ”.

Sch 13 para 37

Sch 13 para 37(1)

The Crime and Disorder Act 1998 is amended as follows.

Sch 13 para 37(2)

In section 38(4) (youth justice services to be provided by local authorities), in paragraph (i), for “or 222” substitute “ , 222 or 224B ”.

Sch 13 para 37(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 ”.

Sch 13 para 38

Sch 13 para 38(1)

The Criminal Justice and Court Services Act 2000 is amended as follows.

Sch 13 para 38(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 ”.

Sch 13 para 38(3)

In section 62A(4) (exceptions from power to require imposition of electronic monitoring condition), in paragraph (c), after “209” insert “ or 224B ”.

Sch 13 para 38(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 ”.

Sch 13 para 38(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 ”.

Sch 13 para 39

In 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 ”.

Sch 13 para 40

In section 237(1B) of the Criminal Justice Act 2003 (service sentences to be treated as equivalent sentences in England and Wales) —

Sch 13 para 40(a)

omit the “and” before paragraph (e);

Sch 13 para 40(b)

at the end of that paragraph insert—

Sch 13 para 41

Sch 13 para 41(1)

The Armed Forces Act 2006 is amended as follows.

Sch 13 para 41(2)

In section 188 (power to pass consecutive custodial sentences), in subsections (2)(b) and (4)(b), after “209” insert “ or 224B ”.

Sch 13 para 41(3)

In section 209 (sentence of detention for offender aged under 18), after subsection (7) insert—

Sch 13 para 41(4)

In section 210 (place and conditions of youth detention), after “209”, in each place it occurs (including in the heading), insert “ or 224B ”.

Sch 13 para 41(5)

In section 211(4) (cases in which detention and training order not required), after “221A” insert “ , 224B ”.

Sch 13 para 41(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 ”.

Sch 13 para 41(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—.

Sch 13 para 41(8)

In section 223 (meaning of “the required opinion”)—

Sch 13 para 41(8)(a)

after subsection (1) insert—;

Sch 13 para 41(8)(b)

in subsection (4), after the definition of “serious harm” insert—.

Sch 13 para 41(9)

In section 224A (special custodial sentence for offenders of particular concern)—

Sch 13 para 41(9)(a)

in subsection (1), in paragraph (d)—

Sch 13 para 41(9)(a)(i)

omit the “or” at the end of sub-paragraph (i);

Sch 13 para 41(9)(a)(ii)

after sub-paragraph (ii) insert;

Sch 13 para 41(9)(b)

after subsection (3) insert—

Sch 13 para 41(10)

In section 227(3) (minimum sentence for certain firearms offences), for the words from “, the reference” to the end substitute

Sch 13 para 41(11)

In section 238(6) (offences aggravated by terrorist connection)—

Sch 13 para 41(11)(a)

omit the “and” at the end of paragraph (a);

Sch 13 para 41(11)(b)

after paragraph (a) insert—;

Sch 13 para 41(11)(c)

in paragraph (b), for “(1)” substitute “ (5)(b) ”.

Sch 13 para 41(12)

In section 246 (crediting of time in custody), in subsection (6)(a), after “209” insert “ or 224B ”.

Sch 13 para 41(13)

In section 256(1)(c) (cases where pre-sentence report to be considered), after “219(1),” insert “ 219ZA(1)(d), ”.

Sch 13 para 41(14)

In section 260 (discretionary custodial sentences: general restrictions) —

Sch 13 para 41(14)(a)

in subsection (1)—

Sch 13 para 41(14)(a)(i)

for “This section applies” substitute “ Subsection (2) applies ”;

Sch 13 para 41(14)(a)(ii)

after paragraph (c) insert—;

Sch 13 para 41(14)(b)

in subsection (4B), before paragraph (a) insert—.

Sch 13 para 41(15)

In section 261 (length of discretionary custodial sentences: general), in subsection (1), after paragraph (b)—.

Sch 13 para 41(16)

In section 262A (application of section 329 of the Sentencing Code)—

Sch 13 para 41(16)(a)

after subsection (2) insert—;

Sch 13 para 41(16)(b)

after subsection (3) insert—;

Sch 13 para 41(16)(c)

in subsection (4)—

Sch 13 para 41(16)(c)(i)

after the paragraph (a) treated as substituted in subsection (7) of section 329 of the Sentencing Code insert—;

Sch 13 para 41(16)(c)(ii)

after the paragraph (d) treated as substituted in subsection (7) of section 329 of the Sentencing Code insert—.

Sch 13 para 41(17)

In section 374 (interpretation of Act), in the definition of “custodial sentence”, in paragraph (b), for “or 221A” substitute “ , 221A or 224B ”.

Sch 13 para 42

In 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 ”.

Sch 13 para 43

Sch 13 para 43(1)

The Sentencing Act 2020 is amended as follows.

Sch 13 para 43(2)

In section 225 (restriction on consecutive sentences for released prisoners), in subsection (3)(c)(vi), after “209” insert “ or 224B ”.

Sch 13 para 43(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 ”.

Sch 13 para 43(4)

In section 248(4) (meaning of “relevant sentence of detention”), in paragraph (c), after “209” insert “ or 224B ”.

Sch 13 para 43(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—

Sch 13 para 43(6)

In Schedule 25 (amendments of Armed Forces Act 2006), omit paragraph 45(5).

Sch 13 para 43(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)—

Sch 13 para 43(7)(a)

after paragraph 13 insert—;

Sch 13 para 43(7)(b)

in paragraph 14 (amendments of section 219A of the 2006 Act), for sub-paragraph (a) substitute—;

Sch 13 para 43(7)(c)

in paragraph 15(a) (amendments of section 224A of the 2006 Act), after paragraph (ii) insert—;

Sch 13 para 43(7)(d)

in paragraph 18 (amendment of section 239 of the 2006 Act), after “pleas)” insert;

Sch 13 para 43(7)(e)

in paragraph 19 (amendments of section 260 of the 2006 Act)—

Sch 13 para 43(7)(e)(i)

in sub-paragraph (a), after paragraph (ii) insert—;

Sch 13 para 43(7)(e)(ii)

for sub-paragraph (b) substitute—;

Sch 13 para 43(7)(f)

in paragraph 20 (amendments of section 261 of the 2006 Act), at the end insert—;

Sch 13 para 43(7)(g)

after paragraph 20 insert—;

Sch 13 para 43(7)(h)

in paragraph 21 (amendments of section 262A of the 2006 Act), for the words from “, in subsection (4)” to the end substitute—;

Sch 13 para 43(7)(i)

after paragraph 24 insert—

Sch 13 para 43(8)

In Schedule 27 (transitional provision and savings), in paragraph 16(2), for the words from “, the reference” to the end substitute

Sch 13

Amendments in relation to release: England and Wales

Sch 13 para 44

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Sch 13 para 45

Sch 13 para 45(1)

The Criminal Justice Act 2003 is amended as follows.

Sch 13 para 45(2)

In section 247A (restricted eligibility for release on licence of terrorist prisoners)—

Sch 13 para 45(2)(a)

in subsection (2)—

Sch 13 para 45(2)(a)(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 ”;

Sch 13 para 45(2)(a)(ii)

for paragraphs (b) and (c) substitute—;

Sch 13 para 45(2)(b)

after subsection (7) insert—;

Sch 13 para 45(2)(c)

in subsection (8), in the final definition, for “, “corresponding civil offence” and “service court”” substitute “and “corresponding civil offence””;

Sch 13 para 45(2)(d)

in subsection (9) (transitional provision for pre-commencement referrals of terrorist prisoners), in paragraph (a), for “sentence” substitute “ period ”;

Sch 13 para 45(2)(e)

after subsection (10) insert—

Sch 13 para 45(3)

In section 250 (licence conditions)—

Sch 13 para 45(3)(a)

in subsection (5A), in each of paragraphs (a) and (b), after “a prisoner” insert “ , other than a terrorist prisoner, ”;

Sch 13 para 45(3)(b)

after subsection (5A) insert—;

Sch 13 para 45(3)(c)

omit subsection (5BA);

Sch 13 para 45(3)(d)

after subsection (8) insert—

Sch 13 para 45(4)

In section 264(6A) (custodial periods to be aggregated in case of consecutive terms served by terrorist prisoner)—

Sch 13 para 45(4)(a)

before paragraph (a) insert—;

Sch 13 para 45(4)(b)

in paragraph (a), after “extended sentence” insert “ (not being one to which paragraph (za) applies) ”.

Sch 13 para 45(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 ”.

Sch 13 para 45(6)

In Schedule 19ZA (offences carrying restricted eligibility for release on licence), omit Part 2.

Sch 13 para 46

In section 128 of the Legal Aid, Sentencing and Punishment of Offenders Act 2012 (power to alter test for discretionary release on licence)—

Sch 13 para 46(a)

in subsection (2), in paragraphs (bb) and (c), after “terrorist prisoner” insert “ eligible for discretionary release ”;

Sch 13 para 46(b)

in subsection (6)—

Sch 13 para 46(b)(i)

in the definitions of “extended sentence prisoner” and “section 236A prisoner”, for “a terrorist prisoner” substitute “ one to whom section 247A of the Criminal Justice Act 2003 applies ”;

Sch 13 para 46(b)(ii)

in the definition of “terrorist prisoner”—

Sch 13 para 46(b)(ii)(a)

after “terrorist prisoner” insert “ eligible for discretionary release ”;

Sch 13 para 46(b)(ii)(b)

after “247A” insert “ (3) to (5) ”.

Sch 13

Consequential and related amendments: Scotland

Sch 13 para 47

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

Sch 13 para 48

In 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)—

Sch 13 para 48(a)

for “Act 1975” substitute “ Act 1995 ”;

Sch 13 para 48(b)

for the words from “section 206” to the end substitute “ section 205ZC(5) or 208 of the Criminal Procedure (Scotland) Act 1995; ”.

Sch 13 para 49

In section 5 of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 as it forms part of the law of Scotland (rehabilitation periods for particular sentences)—

Sch 13 para 49(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), ”;

Sch 13 para 49(b)

in subsection (12), in paragraph (b) of the definition of “custodial sentence”, after “44,” insert “ 205ZA(6), 205ZC(4) or (5), ”.

Sch 13 para 50

In 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, ”.

Sch 13 para 51

Sch 13 para 51(1)

The Prisons (Scotland) Act 1989 is amended as follows.

Sch 13 para 51(2)

In section 39(7B) (rules for the management of prisons and other institutions: application in relation to extended sentence)—

Sch 13 para 51(2)(a)

after “above to” insert—;

Sch 13 para 51(2)(b)

for “the 1995” substitute “ that ”.

Sch 13 para 51(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) ”.

Sch 13 para 52

Sch 13 para 52(1)

The Prisoners and Criminal Proceedings (Scotland) Act 1993 is amended as follows.

Sch 13 para 52(2)

In section 1 (release of short-term, long-term and life prisoners)—

Sch 13 para 52(2)(a)

in subsection (3A), for “section 1A” substitute “ sections 1A and 1B ”;

Sch 13 para 52(2)(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) ”.

Sch 13 para 52(3)

In section 1AA (release of certain sexual offenders), for subsection (9) substitute—

Sch 13 para 52(4)

In section 1AB (restricted eligibility for release on licence of terrorist prisoners)—

Sch 13 para 52(4)(a)

in subsection (2)—

Sch 13 para 52(4)(a)(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 ”;

Sch 13 para 52(4)(a)(ii)

for paragraphs (b) and (c) substitute—;

Sch 13 para 52(4)(b)

after subsection (5) insert—;

Sch 13 para 52(4)(c)

in subsection (6), for “, “corresponding civil offence” and “service court”” substitute “and “corresponding civil offence””.

Sch 13 para 52(5)

In the heading of section 1A, after “to” insert “ certain ”.

Sch 13 para 52(6)

After section 1A insert—

Sch 13 para 52(7)

In section 2 (duty to release discretionary life prisoners)—

Sch 13 para 52(7)(a)

in subsection (2)—

Sch 13 para 52(7)(a)(i)

in the opening words, after “being” insert “ , subject to section 205ZB(2) of the 1995 Act, ”;

Sch 13 para 52(7)(a)(ii)

in paragraph (c), after “appropriate” insert “ (and except in the case of a prisoner to whom section 205ZB of the 1995 Act applies) ”;

Sch 13 para 52(7)(b)

in subsection (6), for “subsection (7)” substitute “ subsections (6B) and (7) ”;

Sch 13 para 52(7)(c)

after subsection (6A) insert—;

Sch 13 para 52(7)(d)

in subsection (7), after “prisoner” insert “ (other than a prisoner to whom subsection (6B) applies) ”.

Sch 13 para 52(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, ”.

Sch 13 para 52(9)

In section 3A (re-release of prisoners serving extended sentences)—

Sch 13 para 52(9)(a)

in the heading, after “serving” insert “ certain terrorism sentences and ”;

Sch 13 para 52(9)(b)

in subsection (1), for the words from “an” to “sentences)” substitute “ a sentence mentioned in subsection (1ZA) ”;

Sch 13 para 52(9)(c)

after subsection (1) insert—;

Sch 13 para 52(9)(d)

in subsection (3), after “term with” insert “ the sentence under section 205ZA or, as the case may be, section 205ZC or ”;

Sch 13 para 52(9)(e)

in subsection (4), for the words from “if” to the end substitute—;

Sch 13 para 52(9)(f)

after subsection (4) insert—

Sch 13 para 52(10)

In section 3B (review of decisions as to determinate sentences)—

Sch 13 para 52(10)(a)

in subsection (1)(a), after “from” insert “ a sentence imposed under section 205ZC of the 1995 Act or ”;

Sch 13 para 52(10)(b)

in subsection (1)(b)—

Sch 13 para 52(10)(b)(i)

after “serving” insert “ a sentence imposed under section 205ZC of the 1995 Act or ”;

Sch 13 para 52(10)(b)(ii)

after “sentence”, in the second place it occurs, insert “ or extended sentence ”;

Sch 13 para 52(10)(c)

in subsection (4)(b), after “relates to” insert “ a sentence imposed under section 205ZC of the 1995 Act or ”.

Sch 13 para 52(11)

In section 5 (application of Part to fine defaulters and persons in contempt of court)—

Sch 13 para 52(11)(a)

in subsection (2), for “subsection (2A)” substitute “ section 1B ”;

Sch 13 para 52(11)(b)

omit subsection (2A);

Sch 13 para 52(11)(c)

in subsection (4), after “1A” insert “ , 1B ”.

Sch 13 para 52(12)

In section 6(1) (application of Act to young offenders and to children detained without limit of time), for paragraph (a) substitute—.

Sch 13 para 52(13)

In section 7 (children detained in solemn proceedings)—

Sch 13 para 52(13)(a)

in subsection (3)—

Sch 13 para 52(13)(a)(i)

after “(2) above” insert “ or, as the case may be, section 1AB(4) or 26ZA(5)(a) ”;

Sch 13 para 52(13)(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 ”;

Sch 13 para 52(13)(a)(iii)

after “so elapses” insert “ or, as the case may be, the sentence under section 205ZC(5) expires ”;

Sch 13 para 52(13)(b)

in subsection (5)(a)—

Sch 13 para 52(13)(b)(i)

for “and 20(2)” substitute “ , 20(2) and 26ZA ”;

Sch 13 para 52(13)(b)(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 ”;

Sch 13 para 52(13)(b)(iii)

at the end (but before the final “and”) insert “ (but subject to the modifications of section 26ZA in subsection (5A)) ”;

Sch 13 para 52(13)(c)

in subsection (5), after paragraph (a) (but before the final “and”) insert—;

Sch 13 para 52(13)(d)

in subsection (5)(b), after “1A” insert “ , 1B ”;

Sch 13 para 52(13)(e)

after subsection (5) insert—;

Sch 13 para 52(13)(f)

in subsection (8)—

Sch 13 para 52(13)(f)(i)

for “subsection (5)” substitute “ subsections (2) and (3) to (7) ”;

Sch 13 para 52(13)(f)(ii)

after “applies” insert “ to the extent that detention is imposed on the person under section 205ZC(5) of the 1995 Act. ”;

Sch 13 para 52(13)(g)

after subsection (8) insert—

Sch 13 para 52(14)

In section 9 (persons liable to removal from the United Kingdom), omit subsection (1A).

Sch 13 para 52(15)

In section 26A (extended sentences: application of section)—

Sch 13 para 52(15)(a)

in subsection (1), after “sentences)” insert “ other than an extended sentence imposed in respect of a terrorism offence. ”;

Sch 13 para 52(15)(b)

in subsection (2), for “section 1A” substitute “ sections 1A and 1B ”;

Sch 13 para 52(15)(c)

in subsection (6), for “section 1A(c)” substitute “ sections 1A(1)(c) and 1B(11) ”.

Sch 13 para 52(16)

In section 27 (interpretation of Part 1 of the Act)—

Sch 13 para 52(16)(a)

in subsection (5), after “shall” insert “ , subject to subsection (5A), ”;

Sch 13 para 52(16)(b)

after subsection (5) insert—

Sch 13 para 52(17)

In Schedule 1A (offences carrying restricted eligibility for release on licence), omit Part 2.

Sch 13 para 53

Sch 13 para 53(1)

The Criminal Procedure (Scotland) Act 1995 is amended as follows.

Sch 13 para 53(2)

In section 207(2) (detention of young offenders), after “205(2) and (3)” insert “ , 205ZA(6), 205ZC(4) ”.

Sch 13 para 53(3)

In section 208(1) (detention of children convicted on indictment), for “section 205” substitute “ sections 205 and 205ZC(5) ”.

Sch 13 para 53(4)

In section 210A(1) (extended sentences for sex, violent and terrorist offenders)—

Sch 13 para 53(4)(a)

omit “and” after paragraph (a);

Sch 13 para 53(4)(b)

after paragraph (b) insert.

Sch 13 para 54

In Schedule 1 to the Crime (Sentences) Act 1997 (transfer of prisoners within the British Islands)—

Sch 13 para 54(a)

in each of paragraphs 10(2)(a) and 11(2)(a), after “1AA,” insert “ 1AB, ”;

Sch 13 para 54(b)

in each of paragraphs 10(2)(a) and (5)(a) and 11(2)(a) and (4)(a)—

Sch 13 para 54(b)(i)

after “1A,” insert “ 1B, ”;

Sch 13 para 54(b)(ii)

after “21,” insert “ 26ZA, ”.

Sch 13 para 55

In 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)—

Sch 13 para 55(a)

after “1AA,” insert “ 1AB, ”;

Sch 13 para 55(b)

after “1A,” insert “ 1B, ”;

Sch 13 para 55(c)

after “10” insert “ , 26ZA ”.

Sch 13 para 56

In 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 ”

Sch 13 para 56(a)

section 59(11)(c),

Sch 13 para 56(b)

section 132(11)(c), and

Sch 13 para 56(c)

section 153B(10)(a)(iii).

Sch 13 para 57

In 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 ”.

Sch 13 para 58

In 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—

Sch 13 para 59

In 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—.

Sch 13 para 60

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

Sch 13

Serious terrorism sentence and extended custodial sentence: Northern Ireland

Sch 13 para 61

In 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), ”.

Sch 13 para 62

In 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 ”.

Sch 13 para 63

In 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 ”.

Sch 13 para 64

Sch 13 para 64(1)

The Criminal Justice (Northern Ireland) Order 1996 is amended as follows.

Sch 13 para 64(2)

In Article 2(2) (meaning of expressions), in paragraph (b) of the definition of “custodial sentence”, after “13(4)(b)” insert “ , 13A(6) ”.

Sch 13 para 64(3)

In Article 4(1) (power to grant absolute or condition discharge subject to certain sentencing requirements), after “13” insert “ , 13A ”.

Sch 13 para 64(4)

In Article 10(1) (power to make probation order subject to certain sentencing requirements), after “13” insert “ , 13A ”.

Sch 13 para 64(5)

In Article 13(1) (power to make community service order subject to sentencing requirements), after “13” insert “ , 13A ”.

Sch 13 para 64(6)

In Article 15(1) (power to make combined probation and community service order subject to certain sentencing requirements), after “13” insert “ , 13A ”.

Sch 13 para 65

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

Sch 13 para 66

Sch 13 para 66(1)

The Criminal Justice (Northern Ireland) Order 2008 is amended as follows.

Sch 13 para 66(2)

In Article 3 (interpretation of Part 2 (sentencing)), in paragraph (1), after the definition of “serious harm” insert—.

Sch 13 para 66(3)

In Article 4 (interpretation of Chapter 2 (custodial sentences))—

Sch 13 para 66(3)(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), ”;

Sch 13 para 66(3)(b)

in paragraph (2), after sub-paragraph (a) insert—.

Sch 13 para 66(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 ”.

Sch 13 para 66(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,”.

Sch 13 para 66(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, ”.

Sch 13 para 66(7)

In Article 9(2) (pre-sentence reports before forming opinion as to dangerousness), after “13(1)(b)” insert “ , 13A(1)(d) ”.

Sch 13 para 66(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 ”.

Sch 13 para 66(9)

In Article 14 (extended custodial sentences)—

Sch 13 para 66(9)(a)

in paragraph (1)(b)—

Sch 13 para 66(9)(a)(i)

at the end of paragraph (i), for “; and” substitute “ or serious terrorism offences; ”;

Sch 13 para 66(9)(a)(ii)

in paragraph (ii), after “specified offence” insert “ or serious terrorism offence ”;

Sch 13 para 66(9)(a)(iii)

at the end of paragraph (ii) insert;

Sch 13 para 66(9)(b)

in paragraphs (3)(b) and (5)(b), after “specified offences” insert “ or serious terrorism offences ”;

Sch 13 para 66(9)(c)

in paragraph (10), for the words from “that is” to the end substitute “ with which the offence is punishable (apart from Article 13) ”.

Sch 13 para 66(10)

In Article 15(1) (cases where assessment of dangerousness required)—

Sch 13 para 66(10)(a)

in sub-paragraph (a), after “specified offence” insert “ or serious terrorism offence ”;

Sch 13 para 66(10)(b)

in sub-paragraph (b), after “13” insert “ , 13A ”.

Sch 13 para 66(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), ”.

Sch 13 para 66(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)—

Sch 13 para 66(12)(a)

after “in relation to” insert “ a serious terrorism sentence, ”;

Sch 13 para 66(12)(b)

after “Article” insert “ 13A, ”.

Sch 13

Terrorism sentence with fixed licence period: Northern Ireland

Sch 13 para 67

In 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) ”.

Sch 13 para 68

In 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 ”.

Sch 13 para 69

Sch 13 para 69(1)

The Criminal Justice (Northern Ireland) Order 1996 is amended as follows.

Sch 13 para 69(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) ”.

Sch 13 para 69(3)

In Article 4(1) (power to grant absolute or conditional discharge subject to certain sentencing requirements), for “or 14” substitute “ , 14 or 15A ”.

Sch 13 para 69(4)

In Article 10(1) (power to make probation order subject to certain sentencing requirements), for “or 14” substitute “ , 14 or 15A ”.

Sch 13 para 69(5)

In Article 13(1) (power to make community service order subject to certain sentencing requirements), for “or 14” substitute “ , 14 or 15A ”.

Sch 13 para 69(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 ”.

Sch 13 para 70

In 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—.

Sch 13 para 71

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

Sch 13 para 72

Sch 13 para 72(1)

The Criminal Justice (Northern Ireland) Order 2008 is amended as follows.

Sch 13 para 72(2)

In Article 3 (interpretation of Part 2 (sentencing))—

Sch 13 para 72(2)(a)

in paragraph (1), before the definition of “community sentence” insert—;

Sch 13 para 72(2)(b)

after paragraph (4) insert—

Sch 13 para 72(3)

In Article 4 (interpretation of Chapter 2 (custodial sentences))—

Sch 13 para 72(3)(a)

in paragraph (1), in paragraph (c) of the definition of “custodial sentence”, for “or 14(5)” substitute “ , 14(5) or 15A(5) ”;

Sch 13 para 72(3)(b)

in paragraph (2), after sub-paragraph (b) insert—.

Sch 13 para 72(4)

In Article 7 (custodial term to be shortest commensurate with seriousness of offence)—

Sch 13 para 72(4)(a)

in paragraph (1), after sub-paragraph (c) (but before the final “or”) insert—;

Sch 13 para 72(4)(b)

in paragraph (2), for “Article 14” substitute “ Articles 14 and 15A ”.

Sch 13 para 72(5)

In Article 8(1)(a) (setting of custodial period), after “extended custodial sentence” insert “ or an Article 15A terrorism sentence ”.

Sch 13 para 72(6)

In the heading of Chapter 3 of Part 2, at the end insert “ and other terrorist offenders ”.

Sch 13 para 72(7)

In Article 14 (extended custodial sentences), in paragraph (4)(a), after “this Article” insert “ and Article 15A ”.

Sch 13 para 72(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) ”.

Sch 13 para 72(9)

In Article 33(6) (custodial periods to be aggregated in case of consecutive sentences), in sub-paragraph (a)(i)—

Sch 13 para 72(9)(a)

after “extended sentence” insert “ or an Article 15A terrorism sentence ”;

Sch 13 para 72(9)(b)

after “14” insert “ or 15A ”.

Sch 13

Release on licence: Northern Ireland

Sch 13 para 73

In 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) ”

Sch 13 para 73(a)

section 59(11)(d);

Sch 13 para 73(b)

section 132(11)(d);

Sch 13 para 73(c)

section 153B(10)(a)(iv).

Sch 13 para 74

Sch 13 para 74(1)

The Criminal Justice (Northern Ireland) Order 2008 is amended as follows.

Sch 13 para 74(2)

In Article 16 (interpretation of Chapter 4 of Part 2 (release on licence)), after paragraph (3) insert—

Sch 13 para 74(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 ”.

Sch 13 para 74(4)

In Article 18 (duty to release prisoners serving indeterminate or extended sentences), after paragraph (1) insert—

Sch 13 para 74(5)

In Article 19 (power to release prisoners before required), in paragraph (3), for sub-paragraph (a) substitute—.

Sch 13 para 74(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 ”.

Sch 13 para 74(7)

In Article 23(1) (power of court to recommend licence conditions), for “or 19” substitute “ , 19 or 20A ”.

Sch 13 para 74(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 ”.

Sch 13 para 74(9)

In Article 28 (recall of prisoners while on licence)—

Sch 13 para 74(9)(a)

in paragraph (1), for “or 20” substitute “ , 20 or 20A ”;

Sch 13 para 74(9)(b)

in paragraph (6)(a), after “extended custodial sentence” insert “ and was not released under Article 20A ”.

Sch 13 para 74(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 ”.

Sch 13 para 75

Sch 13 para 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

Sch 13 para 75(2)

In the case of a person—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 ”.

Sch 13 para 75(2)(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

Sch 13 para 75(2)(b)

to whom Article 20A of the Criminal Justice (Northern Ireland) Order 2008 applies,

Sch 13 para 76

Sch 13 para 76(1)

The Parole Commissioners' Rules (Northern Ireland) 2009 are amended as follows.

Sch 13 para 76(2)

In rule 2(1) (application of the rules), after “Articles 18” insert “ , 20A ”.

Sch 13 para 76(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.

Sch 13 para 76(4)

In rule 25 (application of rules to recalled life, indeterminate and extended custodial prisoners)—

Sch 13 para 76(4)(a)

in the heading after “custodial” insert “ and terrorist ”;

Sch 13 para 76(4)(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 ”.

Sch 13 para 76(5)

In rule 26 (short custodial terms)—

Sch 13 para 76(5)(a)

for paragraph (1) substitute—;

Sch 13 para 76(5)(b)

after paragraph (2) insert—

Offences to be sentenced as terrorist offences

Serious terrorism sentences

Serious terrorism sentences: supplementary provision

Life or indeterminate sentences for serious terrorism offences

Extended sentences

Other custodial sentences for terrorist offenders

Sentencing for service offences

Maximum sentences

Removal or restriction of early release for terrorist prisoners

Polygraph conditions in licences for release

Repatriated terrorist prisoners

Terrorism prevention and investigation measures

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

Serious crime prevention orders

“Prevent” strategy

Serious terrorism sentence for services offences

Reduction in appropriate custodial term for guilty plea

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

Reduction in appropriate custodial term for assistance to prosecution

Terrorism Act 2000 (c. 11)

Counter-Terrorism Act 2008 (c. 28)

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

Space Industry Act 2018 (c. 5)

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

Sentencing Act 2020 (c. 17)

Criminal Justice Act 1982 (c. 48)

Mental Health Act 1983 (c. 20)

Criminal Justice Act 2003 (c. 44)

Offender Management Act 2007 (c. 21)

Sentencing Act 2020 (c. 17)

Sentencing Act 2020 (c. 17)

Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (c. 53)

Magistrates' Courts Act 1980 (c. 43)

Mental Health Act 1983 (c. 20)

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

Crime and Disorder Act 1998 (c. 37)

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

Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 (c. 29)

Sexual Offences Act 2003 (c. 42)

Criminal Justice Act 2003 (c. 44)

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

Armed Forces Act 2006 (c. 52)

Offender Management Act 2007 (c. 21)

Counter-Terrorism Act 2008 (c. 28)

Sentencing Act 2020 (c. 17)

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

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

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

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

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

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

Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (c. 53)

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

Criminal Justice Act 1982 (c. 48)

Crime and Disorder Act 1998 (c. 37)

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

Sexual Offences Act 2003 (c. 42)

Criminal Justice Act 2003 (c. 44)

Armed Forces Act 2006 (c. 52)

Counter-Terrorism Act 2008 (c. 28)

Sentencing Act 2020 (c. 17)

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

Criminal Justice Act 2003 (c. 44)

Legal Aid, Sentencing and Punishment of Offenders Act 2012 (c. 10)

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

Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (c. 53)

Repatriation of Prisoners Act 1984 (c. 47)

Prisons (Scotland) Act 1989 (c. 45)

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

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

Crime (Sentences) Act 1997 (c. 43)

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

Extradition Act 2003 (c. 41)

Sexual Offences Act 2003 (c. 42)

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

Counter-Terrorism Act 2008 (c. 28)

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

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

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

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