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Written question asked by Geraldine Smith (Labour) on Monday, 17 April 2000, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 19 April 2000. It was answered by Baroness Primarolo (Labour) on Wednesday, 19 April 2000 on behalf of the Treasury.


Treasury

Question
To ask Mr Chancellor of the Exchequer, when x-ray detectors for the use of customs officers will be introduced to combat smuggling.
Answer

Miss Geraldine Smith: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer when x-ray detectors for the use of customs officers will be introduced to combat smuggling. [119742] Dawn Primarolo: It is expected the first scanner will be operational in November 2000. Additional scanners will be installed in the following months.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
348 c588W; 119742
Session
1999-00
Subjects
Crime prevention Customs officers Customs X-rays Smuggling
Link
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