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Written question asked by Nigel Evans (Conservative) on Tuesday, 12 February 2019, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 14 February 2019. It was answered by Nick Hurd (Conservative) on Tuesday, 19 February 2019 on behalf of the Home Office.

Cars: Theft

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what discussions he has had with (a) car manufacturers and (b) insurance companies on the increase in illegal jamming and scanning devices that have the capacity to compromise keyless cars.

Answer

On 15 January I chaired the first meeting of the Vehicle Theft Taskforce. The Taskforce brings together the automotive industry, insurers, the police, Government departments and others to help ensure that everything is being done to prevent vehicle theft. As part of its work, the Taskforce will review whether further measures are required to stop devices that may be used to commit vehicle theft falling into criminals’ hands.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
220092
Session
2017-19
Grouped for answer
Yes
Subjects
Cars Theft Locks and keys Signal blocking devices
Link
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