HC Deb 11 December 2003 vol 415 cc578-9W
Ms Shipley

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland on what date Part V of the Police Act 1997 will commence in Northern Ireland. [142905]

Jane Kennedy

There is no date for the commencement of Part V of the Police Act 1997 in Northern Ireland as yet.

Ms Shipley

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland whether an implementation plan exists for the commencement of Part V of the Police Act 1997 in Northern Ireland. [142906]

Jane Kennedy

We are considering how best to implement Part V of the Police Act 1997 in Northern Ireland and are exploring a number of options. It is important to note that the Pre-Employment Consultancy Service will continue to check the suitability of those seeking to work with children pending the implementation of Part V of the Police Act.

Ms Shipley

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland whether Part V of the Police Act 1997 will be commenced in tandem with the Protection of Children and Vulnerable Adults (NI) Order 2003. [142907]

Jane Kennedy

We are considering how best to implement Part V of the Police Act 1997 and officials from the DHSSPS(NI) and other relevant NI departments will be involved in such considerations.