Written statement on Information Orders Code of Practice Consultation - May 16

Tuesday, 16 May 2023 12:32

Minister for Security (Tom Tugendhat): The Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 (POCA) contains a comprehensive package of measures designed to make the recovery of unlawfully held assets more effective. The operation of certain powers within POCA are subject to guidance in various Codes of Practice issued by the Home Secretary, the Attorney General and the Advocate General for Northern Ireland, the Department of Justice Northern Ireland and Scottish Ministers. A new Code of Practice...Request free trial