Summary
MI5 is under examination after a High Court judge expressed doubt over the truthfulness of a senior officer's testimony in the case of a neo-Nazi agent known as X, who was previously exposed by the BBC for coercive behavior. The judge has ordered MI5 to disclose secret documents, and a panel of judges is considering possible actions, including holding MI5 or its officers in contempt of court.
Key Facts
- A High Court judge questioned the credibility of testimony given by MI5 in a case involving a violent neo-Nazi agent.
- MI5 has been ordered to provide secret documents related to this case.
- The agent, identified as X, used his position to intimidate his girlfriend, including attacking her with a machete.
- There is a possibility of contempt of court proceedings against MI5 or individual officers.
- The Attorney General, who usually handles such proceedings, is technically representing MI5 in this case.
- MI5 initially gave false evidence, stating they adhered to confidentiality policies, which the BBC later disproved.
- The judge's concerns relate to inconsistencies found in MI5's internal and external investigations.
- MI5 must disclose additional documents, including policy documents and interview notes, to the court.
