House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
Consultation seeking views on changes to the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 Codes of Practice
01 December 2020 · Home Office
Proposed by James Brokenshire Con Old Bexley and Sidcup
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At a glance
Key points
- Consultation on changes to the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 Codes of Practice starts on 1 December 2020
- Changes reflect the implementation of the Criminal Finances Act 2017 in Northern Ireland
- Eight week consultation period will be open for public and stakeholder views
Issue summary
The statement discusses updates to the codes of practice under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 to reflect the commencement of the Criminal Finances Act 2017 in Northern Ireland.
Action requested
A consultation will be launched for eight weeks starting today, 1 December, to seek views on changes to specific codes of practice. The Attorney General will also consult on changes to the Investigation Code of Practice issued under section 377A of POCA.
Key facts
- Criminal Finances Act 2017 commencement in Northern Ireland.
- Consultation period is eight weeks starting from 1 December.
- Codes of practice will be updated under sections of the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002.
- Justice Minister Naomi Long gave consent for the changes.
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