§ Mr. Liddell-GraingerTo ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer what support his Department gives to the Royal Navy to combat the smuggling of(a) spirits, (b) wine and (c) drugs. [105500]
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§ John HealeyHM Customs and Excise are responsible for collecting indirect taxes and enforcing Government requirements relating to the movement of goods into and out of the UK. Customs' focus is on managing risks to the revenue, such as smuggling of spirits and wine, and risks to society that arise from the illegal importation of prohibited or restricted goods, such as Class A drugs.
The Royal Navy assists Customs both nationally and internationally in the interdiction of drugs, in accordance with its duty under section 11 Customs and Excise Management Act 1979.