Philip Hollobone
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(12 years, 2 months ago)
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Mr Paterson
I entirely agree that the arrangements between the new agency and the devolved police in Northern Ireland must be absolutely clear. There has been an exchange of letters between me, the Justice Minister in Northern Ireland and the Home Secretary here, with an absolutely clear statement that there can be no direction from the NCA, only co-operation with the approval of the Chief Constable.
Mr Philip Hollobone (Kettering) (Con)
Will the National Crime Agency have more resources than its predecessor to tackle cross-border criminal activity?
Mr Paterson
That question should be addressed to my right hon. Friend the Home Secretary.