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Monday 8th June 2026 Commons Chamber

[Mr Speaker]

Order. I am not quite sure that that question relates to the policing of rallies. It is a very good question, but it is not one for today.

[Mr Luke Charters (York Outer) (Lab)]

3. What steps her Department is taking to help tackle identity fraud.

[The Minister for Security (Dan Jarvis)]

We have launched a new £250 million fraud strategy focused on preventing fraud, protecting victims and strengthening enforcement. We are working closely with the City of London police to establish referral routes so that identity fraud victims can access identity repair services, and we will continue to develop guidance, tools and partnerships to help victims to recover quickly and to reduce repeat harm.

[Mr Charters]

Several of my constituents have had their identity stolen, leading to devastating consequences. A serving member of our armed forces had his house purchase delayed after his credit file was marked as a risk. Too often, identity theft is bundled into other offences such as computer misuse and not pursued at all. Having been a counter-fraud specialist, I know how widespread this issue has become. Will my hon. Friend meet me and campaigners to discuss the case for identity fraud becoming a stand-alone offence?