§ Lord Aveburyasked Her Majesty's Government:
What action they are taking regarding the allegations that Turkish banks in England are being used to launder the proceeds of drug smuggling.
§ Lord McIntosh of HaringeyHer Majesty's Government take very seriously the whole question of money laundering in the financial sector. Allegations of criminal activity are, however, a matter for the police. It would be inappropriate to comment on the details of any particular case.