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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

New tool for UK policing to support criminal investigations

15 June 2026 · Home Office

Proposed by Sarah Jones Lab Croydon Central

Policing & Resources

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At a glance

Key points

  • The UK government has introduced a new EU tool for UK police to check vehicle and keeper details to support criminal investigations.
  • This reciprocal data-sharing tool is accessible via a secure web portal to enhance investigation capabilities.
  • The tool aids UK police in monitoring suspicious activities related to vehicles and investigating cross-border crime and serious offences.

Issue summary

The statement discusses the introduction of a new EU tool for UK police to check vehicle and keeper details, supporting criminal investigations.

Action requested

UK police now have access to this reciprocal data-sharing tool to enhance investigation capabilities in areas such as cross-border crime and serious offences. The secure web portal provides quick results and aids in monitoring suspicious activities related to vehicles.

Key facts

  • UK police will have access to an EU tool for checking vehicle and keeper details.
  • The tool supports investigations into trafficking of illicit substances, sexual offences, serious assaults (including murder), and minor driving-related offences.
  • A search on the secure web portal returns results in 10 seconds.
  • Results include information about stolen vehicles flagged by markers.
  • Vehicle registration data exchanges are provided for in the UK-EU Trade and Cooperation Agreement.
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