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Consultation seeking views on changes to the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 Codes of Practice

01 December 2020

Proposing MP
Old Bexley and Sidcup
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Home Office

At a Glance

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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