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Written question asked by James Wild (Conservative) on Monday, 9 February 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 11 February 2026. It was answered by Mike Tapp (Labour) on Tuesday, 17 February 2026 on behalf of the Home Office.


Musical Instruments: Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what training is provided to Border Force officers on the handling of CITES documentation for musical instruments.

Answer

All Border Force officers receive relevant mandatory training on dealing with international trade documentation, which includes CITES permits, to aid the detection of illicit goods linked to the illegal wildlife trade, including musical instruments.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
111837
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species Training UK Border Force Musical instruments
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk