Balancing security and freedom

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How much should the state restrict personal freedom to protect society as a whole?

We gave Baroness Hamwee, the Liberal Democrat lead on Home Affairs in the House of Lords, one minute to answer this question. She explains the importance of personal freedom and considers what we mean when we talk about 'freedom'.

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