Written question asked by Andrew Rosindell (Conservative) on Monday, 1 November 2004, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 10 November 2004. It was answered by Ian Pearson (Labour) on Wednesday, 10 November 2004 on behalf of the Northern Ireland Office.

Northern Ireland Office

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, if he will make a statement regarding the Northern Ireland Organised Crime Task Force.

Answer: Mr. Rosindell: To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland if he will make a statement regarding the Northern Ireland Organised Crime Task Force. [196179] Mr. Pearson: The Organised Crime Task Force provides the strategic framework for the law enforcement agencies to share views on intelligence flows and operational details, and to agree priorities for tackling organised crime in Northern Ireland. The task force is actively engaged with over 40 agencies and has formed significant links with the private sector to develop new initiatives in response to specific crime types. This is a clear example of effective partnership working at a local level.

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