§ Lord Eamesasked Her Majesty's Government:
Whether they consider that current arrangements to curtail and detect the entry of illegal drugs into Northern Ireland are adequate. [HL4436]
§ Lord McIntosh of HaringeyHM Customs and Excise, which has responsibility for matters concerning the importation of drugs. considers that current arrangements are adequate. Customs officers in Northern Ireland work closely with the Royal Ulster Constabulary and other agencies in Northern Ireland, with colleagues across the UK and with law enforcement agencies in the Republic of Ireland.