Torture and rendition are serious matters. The UK stands
firmly against the use of torture. We do not participate in, solicit, encourage
or condone the use of such techniques for any purpose and we have robust
oversight arrangements in place.
With regards to the demand for a new inquiry, the Government
has made clear that a balance needs to be struck between the “transparency that
accountability normally entails and the secrecy that security demands” in the
investigatory work carried out by agencies and courts.
I will certainly bear your comments in mind and carefully
consider them should this issue come up for debate in Parliament again.
I hope this is helpful in outlining my position and thanks
once more for getting in touch.
