People not subject to criminal proceedings could still be held under house arrest if they are deemed a potential terror threat, under plans proposed by Switzerland’s Federal Council on Friday. It is part of a package of anti-terrorism measures to combat the spread of violent extremism that the government has been outlining this year. The law on police measures to fight terrorism – which is now under consultation and which still needs parliamentary approval – should allow early intervention, a government statement said. Measures could be taken when a person is suspected of posing a risk, but there is not enough evidence to open criminal proceedings. The law would also allow the authorities to monitor recently released prisoners. "At the moment police and justice officials have their hands tied in acting effectively against such people as long as no criminal investigation is under way," Justice Minister Simonetta Sommaruga told a news conference. She gave the example of three ...
