SIR - Jacqui Smith says: "We now face a threat level that is severe.

It's not getting any less, it's actually growing".

Is there a further debate on detention without charge coming up? Must be.

Jacqui Smith is taking us all for beer-swilling, chip-eating, Ant and Dec-addicted idiots. Feed the paranoia, then watch the masses run to mummy.

It is a formula that has worked throughout history. Please look up the definition of a false flag'.

I love our country very much, but I resent the way we are being manipulated into thinking there is a bogeyman under each of our beds. Shame on you, Home Secretary.

Mark Manning Kidderminster