overhaul our extraterritorial jurisdiction. But the problem posed by our antiquated extradition laws has to be dealt with as a matter of urgency and that means adopting a more effective extradition procedure which still preserves the rights of the accused person. I believe that taken together our proposals strike the right balance between the need to remove obstacles and to ensure that the fugitive is protected by adequate safeguards including, ultimately, the Secretary of State's unfettered discretion to decline to extradite in any given case.
I understand that you would like to discuss this matter with me. You may feel, in the light of what I have said above, that a meeting would serve no useful purpose but, if you would still like to see me, please ring my private secretary (on 213-4117/5642) who will try to find a slot in my diary after the summer break.
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DAVID MELLOR
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