How should we manage people with mental health issues who are convicted of terrorism? Raffaello Pantucci explores some new proposals that don't automatically lead to prison.

We hear from the relatives of two young men who are in prison for their association with banned Far Right groups,, who both have autism. Their relatives say this was an influencing factor in their exploration of extremism, but neither were allowed to raise the issue in their trial.

How aware is the justice system to the needs and nuances of neuro-diverse people, and is prison the best place for non-violent terrorist offenders?

Raffaello explores what alternatives might be available to authorities to manage individuals outside of the criminal courts - and asks how risky is such a strategy?

Can we guarantee both public safety and the best-possible outcome for vulnerable individuals who have been radicalised? Show less