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Written question asked by Vincent Cable (Liberal Democrat) on Monday, 16 July 2001, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 19 July 2001. It was answered by Ruth Kelly (Labour) on Thursday, 19 July 2001 on behalf of the Treasury.


Treasury

Question
To ask Mr Chancellor of the Exchequer, if he will make a statement on the results of discussions between the FSA, the law enforcement agencies and the banks following money laundering allegations in the case of the Abacha family.
Answer

Dr. Cable: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer if he will make a statement on the results of discussions between the Financial Services Authority, the law enforcement agencies and the banks following money laundering allegations in the case of the Abacha family. [5295] Ruth Kelly: The discussions are a matter for the parties concerned. It is not the policy of the Government to comment on possible on-going investigations.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
5295; 372 c385W
Session
2001-02
Subjects
Criminal investigation Banks Law and order Financial Services Authority Proceeds of crime Nigeria Abacha, Sani
Link
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