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The UK government should increase funding for counter-espionage operations to combat foreign threats.

Hostile foreign states are using espionage to undermine UK security and democratic integrity, and UK law enforcement must have adequate resources and legal tools to stop them.

Increasing surveillance on citizens to prevent foreign espionage undermines civil liberties.

Implementing strict penalties for those found guilty of espionage will deter potential offenders.

Whether or not surveillance powers expand, every counter-espionage measure must be subject to independent oversight by elected MPs and transparent judicial review.

Criminalising assistance to foreign intelligence services is already established law; harsher penalties will not deter committed operatives and may criminalise whistleblowers.

The UK should limit trade relations with countries known for aggressive espionage activities.

Expanded government surveillance powers to counter espionage create an unacceptable risk to civil liberties and should be resisted regardless of foreign threats.

A balance must be struck between national security and individual privacy rights in combating espionage.

The UK should enhance cybersecurity measures to protect sensitive information from foreign espionage.

Improved intelligence sharing between countries is essential to prevent future terrorist attacks.

Regular assessments of intelligence sharing effectiveness can help adapt strategies to evolving threats.

The current level of intelligence sharing is adequate for preventing terrorist threats.

Legislative changes are necessary to facilitate and protect intelligence sharing among agencies.

The lack of coherent protocols for intelligence sharing is a barrier to preventing terrorist attacks.

Intelligence sharing should focus on preventing domestic threats before addressing international concerns.

National security agencies should prioritize sharing actionable intelligence over protecting their own data.

Intelligence sharing should be limited to trusted allies to prevent sensitive information leaks.

Public scrutiny can improve the quality of intelligence sharing practices among agencies.

Intelligence agencies should conduct joint training exercises to improve collaboration and sharing practices.