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Paul Masterton Excerpts
Thursday 6th September 2018

(6 years, 3 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Paul Masterton Portrait Paul Masterton (East Renfrewshire) (Con)
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The chain of trafficking offences is often complex and runs across several jurisdictions. How are we working with other countries to increase the number of prosecutions?

Robert Buckland Portrait The Solicitor General
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We place a heavy emphasis on international work, and we are currently working with 25 Europe-based inquiries. We have 30 prosecutors in other countries who focus on this type of work, as well as on other types of crime. Our commitment is clear.