The fight against terrorism is being boosted by Wimbledon MP Roger Casale who is using his knowledge of how Italy has targeted Mafia bank accounts to help hit suspected terrorists.

Mr Casale, who has links with the Italian parliament, is involved in strengthening government powers to seize the assets of those believed to be involved in subversive activities in the wake of the atrocities in America on September 11.

Ive been looking at how the Italian authorities have been cutting off the funds of the Mafia and how to make banking procedures more transparent. These are measures to counter terrorism, said Mr Casale.