Politics · 11 July 2026

Right-wing blogger questioned at Edinburgh Airport under anti-terror laws

Craig Houston, a 53-year-old Glasgow blogger, was stopped by police at Edinburgh Airport on Friday 10 July as he returned from Greece. He was questioned by officers using powers granted by Schedule 7 of the Terrorism Act 2000, which permits checks for involvement in terrorism. Although not arrested or charged, Police Scotland confirmed his electronic devices were seized for examination.

By BriefTea Editorial · 11 July 2026 at 2:08

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