| ID | 087538 |
| Title Proper | Security intelligence and human rights |
| Other Title Information | illuminating the heart of darkness |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Gill, Peter |
| Publication | 2009. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | Following some democratization of intelligence in the 1990s, the prosecution of the 'war on terror' since 9/11 has apparently reinforced the incompatibility of secret intelligence and respect for human rights. The primary reason for this is the changed perception of security risks in the context of a 'new' terrorism. The roles of law, rights and ethics in intelligence are discussed with reference to some of the more controversial intelligence activities: informers, interrogation, intelligence sharing, rendition and covert action. Re-invigorated oversight is necessary to protect human rights without hindering agencies' ability to maintain pubic safety. |
| `In' analytical Note | Intelligence and National Security Vol. 24, No. 1; Feb 2009: p78-102 |
| Journal Source | Intelligence and National Security Vol. 24, No. 1; Feb 2009: p78-102 |
| Key Words | Security ; Intelligence ; Human Rights ; Ethics |