Concern over rise in requests for UK to share intelligence despite torture risks

UK does not solicit, encourage or condone' inhumane treatment, but critics say ministerial approval system contradicts this

The number of requests for UK ministerial approval of intelligence-sharing where there was a real risk of torture, unlawful killing or extraordinary rendition has more than doubled in a year.

The investigatory powers commissioner's report outlining the rise comes after a parliamentary debate on Monday in which MPs from across the political divide questioned the adequacy of the UK's policy on torture under the Fulford principles.