What's new
The Security Service does not have a Press Office and does not comment on intelligence matters. The Home Office issues statements relating to our work from time to time and we link to these on this page, along with any other relevant official announcements. This page also highlights new features added to our website. Earlier news items may be accessed via the archive links on the right.
TERRORIST TRIAL CONVICTIONS (22.08.08)
Three men were convicted of Terrorism Act offences at Blackfriars Crown Court on 18 August 2008. Aabid Khan was a terrorist facilitator with international connections and the leader of a cell which gathered a library of terrorism information helpful to those plotting attacks. Together with Sultan Muhammed and Hammaad Munshi, Aabid Khan was a committed and active supporter of Al Qaida ideology.