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Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 – Consultation on Extending Accredited Financial Investigation Powers to three public bodies
22 October 2025
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Home Office
At a Glance
Issue Summary
The statement discusses extending Accredited Financial Investigator powers under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 to three additional public bodies.
Action Requested
The Government is launching a consultation for 12 weeks on granting these powers to three agencies and restoring them to the Intellectual Property Office. The views from the public will be sought before laying the order in Parliament.
Key Facts
- Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 (POCA).
- Three additional public bodies are seeking Accredited Financial Investigator powers.
- The consultation period is 12 weeks.
- Intellectual Property Office's previous Part 8 POCA powers will be restored.
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