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Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 – Appointed Person Report 2023 to 2024

18 December 2024

Proposing MP
Barnsley North
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Home Office

At a Glance

Issue Summary

The Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 Appointed Person report for England and Wales covering 2023 to 2024 has been laid before Parliament.

Action Requested

Copies of the report will be available in the Vote Office, and it will also be published on GOV.UK. The minister is satisfied that the powers are being used appropriately and no new recommendations have been made.

Key Facts

  • The Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 Appointed Person report covers England and Wales for the period 2023 to 2024.
  • Search and seizure powers were used in these circumstances on five occasions.
  • The Appointed Person confirmed that the criteria required for justifying searches without prior judicial approval were met.
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