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Publication of Forensic Information Database Strategy Board Annual Report 2023-24

10 October 2024

Proposing MP
Diana R. Johnson Lab
Kingston upon Hull North and Cottingham
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Home Office
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At a Glance

Issue Summary

Diana R. Johnson is publishing the Annual Report of the Forensic Information Database Strategy Board for 2023-24, covering the National DNA Database and the National Fingerprints Database.

Action Requested

The minister has laid the report before the House and copies will be available from the Vote Office and on Gov.UK. No further action is requested beyond this publication.

Key Facts

  • The Annual Report was presented to the Home Secretary by DCC Ben Snuggs under section 63AB(7) of the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984.
  • Publication of the report is a statutory requirement under section 63AB(8).
  • The report highlights the importance of fingerprints and DNA in solving crimes, bringing offenders to justice, and preventing harm.
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