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Written question asked by Andrew Snowden (Conservative) on Wednesday, 14 January 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 19 January 2026. It was answered by Sarah Jones (Labour) on Friday, 23 January 2026 on behalf of the Home Office.


Police Raids: Compensation

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what compensation is available to people whose property is damaged as a result of policing operations at neighbouring properties; or properties where suspects are not the legal owners.

Answer

Where police have caused damage to property, for example by forcing entry, individuals may be able to claim compensation by raising a complaint or claim with the police force concerned, who will assess the claim in accordance with force policy.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
106085
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Compensation Police raids
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk