Freedom from fear for the future (8)

I believe the answer is:

security

(Other definitions for security that I've seen before include "Safety, protection" , "State of being free from danger or injury" , "Refuge" , "peace of mind" , "cover" .)

I've seen this clue in The Irish Times.

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