Oral Answers to Questions Debate

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Department: Ministry of Justice

Oral Answers to Questions

Kevin Hollinrake Excerpts
Tuesday 5th July 2022

(2 years, 5 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Dominic Raab Portrait Dominic Raab
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The hon. Gentleman has raised an important issue. I am considering the recommendations very carefully, and will respond shortly.

Kevin Hollinrake Portrait Kevin Hollinrake (Thirsk and Malton) (Con)
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Given that 40% of crime is now economic crime, it is disappointing that the Law Commission has recommended restricting corporate criminal liability for failing to prevent economic crime to fraud, and leaving out key crimes such as money laundering and false accounting. Will my right hon. Friend agree to meet me to discuss the benefits of a review with a much wider scope?