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Written question asked by Holly Lynch (Labour) on Monday, 3 July 2017, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 5 July 2017. It was answered by Nick Hurd (Conservative) on Monday, 10 July 2017 on behalf of the Home Office.


Tools: Theft

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what representations she has received on the availability of lock-picking equipment on the internet; and what assessment she has made of the effect of its availability on thefts from trades vehicles.

Answer

The Home Secretary has received representations about the availability of lock-picking equipment on the internet. We are not aware of any firm evidence linking the use of such equipment specifically to commit thefts from trades vehicles. The Home Office continues to work with the police, industry and others and will consider the evidence on what more can be done to prevent criminals committing vehicle related crime.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
2358
Session
2017-19
Subjects
Equipment Internet Theft Vehicles Locks and keys Tools
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk