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Home Secretary on UK extremism ahead of 7/7 anniversary

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Home Secretary Yvette Cooper has stated that Islamist and right-wing extremism remain Britain's most significant threats, speaking ahead of the 20th anniversary of the July 7 London bombings.
The July 7, 2005 attacks involved four suicide bombers targeting London's transport network, resulting in 52 deaths and over 770 injuries.
Ms Cooper reflected on the evolution of counter-terrorism measures since 7/7, including the Prevent programme, and noted emerging threats from hostile states, organised crime, cyber criminals, and online radicalisation.
The Terrorism Protection of Premises Act 2025, known as Martyn's Law, has officially become law, compelling UK venues expecting 200 or more people to prepare for terror attacks.
Martyn's Law was campaigned for by Figen Murray, whose son Martyn Hett was killed in the 2017 Manchester Arena bombing, with Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer acknowledging her pivotal role.