§ Mr. HoyleTo ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department what the cost has been to the Scout movement as a result of charges for police checks on those wishing to work with children. [143793]
§ Mr. Charles ClarkeWe are currently refining our estimates of the likely cost of operating the Criminal Records Bureau, and thus the cost of carrying out checks. Information as to charges will be announced as soon as possible.
§ Mr. HoyleTo ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department if charges for police checks on people wishing to work with children are applicable in Wales. [143794]
§ Mr. Charles ClarkeExisting national policy, agreed with the Association of Chief Police Officers, on the conduct of police checks relates to both England and Wales. Similarly, the Criminal Records Bureau, through which such checks will be possible from next summer, will provide a service in both England and Wales.