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2002/584/JHA: Council Framework Decision 2002/584/JHA of 13 June 2002 on the **n_European Arrest Warrant_n** and the surrender procedures between Member States Implemented   1 Ean 2004

Notification under arts. 6.3, 7.2 and 25.2 EAW by United Kingdom

The Extradition Act 2003 as amended by the Police and Justice Act 2006

Implementation of Framework Decision on EAW by Member States. April 2020

2009/299/JHA: Council Framework Decision 2009/299/JHA of 26 February 2009 amending Framework Decisions 2002/584/JHA, 2005/214/JHA, 2006/783/JHA, 2008/909/JHA and 2008/947/JHA, thereby enhancing the procedural rights of persons and fostering the application of the principle of mutual recognition to **n_decisions rendered in the absence_n** of the person concerned at the trial Implemented   ---
2000/383/JHA: Council Framework Decision 2000/383/JHA of 29 May 2000 on increasing protection by criminal penalties and other sanctions against **n_counterfeiting_n** in connection with the introduction of the euro (replaced by Directive 2014/62/EU) Implemented   18 DFómh 2001 ---
Council Framework Decision 2001/220/JHA of 15 March 2001 on the **n_standing of victims_n** in criminal proceedings (replaced by Directive 2012/29/EU) Implemented   ---
[**N_replaced by Directive 2019/713_n**] 2001/413/JHA: Council Framework Decision 2001/413/JHA of 28 May 2001 **n_combating fraud_n** and counterfeiting of non-cash means of payment   - ---
2001/500/JHA: Council Framework Decision 2001/500/JHA of 26 June 2001 on **n_money laundering_n**, the identification, tracing, freezing, seizing and confiscation of instrumentalities and the proceeds of crime Implemented   ---
2002/465/JHA: Council Framework Decision 2002/465/JHA of 13 June 2002 on **n_joint investigation teams (JIT)_n** Implemented   ---
2002/475/JHA: Council Framework Decision 2002/475/JHA of 13 June 2002 on **n_combating terrorism_n** (repealed and replaced by Directive 2017/541) Implemented   ---
2002/629/JHA: Council Framework Decision 2002/629/JHA of 19 July 2002 on **n_combating trafficking in human beings_n** (replaced by Directive 2011/36)   - --

Framework Decision replaced by Directive 2011/36/EU on preventing and combating trafficking in human beings and protecting its victims of 5 April 2011, and replacing Council Framework Decision 2002/629/JHA, (table of status of implementation), which this country has implemented.

2002/946/JHA: Council Framework Decision 2002/946/JHA of 28 November 2002 on the strengthening of the penal framework to prevent the facilitation of **n_unauthorised entry, transit and residence_n**   - --

Report from the Commission on the implementation of this Framework Decision.

2003/568/JHA: Council Framework Decision 2003/568/JHA of 22 July 2003 on **n_combating corruption_n** in the private sector   - ---
2003/577/JHA: Council Framework Decision 2003/577/JHA of 22 July 2003 on the execution in the European Union of **n_orders freezing property or evidence_n** (Still applicable for Denmark and Ireland; for other MS replaced by Regulation 2018/1805) Implemented  

Notification on the partial implementation of the Freezing Orders FD by United Kingdom. 2010

Notification on the implementation of the Freezing Orders FD by United Kingdom. 2015. PDF

Notification on the implementation of the Freezing Orders Framework Decision by United Kingdom. Change of address. 2020

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Complementary information provided by the Council Secretariat

2004/68/JHA: Council Framework Decision 2004/68/JHA of 22 December 2003 on combating the **n_sexual exploitation of children and child pornography_n** (replaced by Directive 2011/93/EU)   - --

Framework Decision replaced by Directive 2011/93/EU on combating the sexual abuse and sexual exploitation of children and child pornography of 13 December 2011 , and replacing Council Framework Decision 2004/68/JHA (table of status of implementation) which this country has implemented.

2004/757/JHA: Council Framework Decision 2004/757/JHA of 25 October 2004 laying down minimum provisions on the constituent elements of criminal acts and penalties in the field of illicit **n_drug trafficking_n**   - ---
2005/212/JHA: Council Framework Decision 2005/212/JHA of 24 February 2005 on **n_Confiscation of Crime-Related Proceeds_n**, Instrumentalities and Property   - ---
2005/222/JHA: Council Framework Decision 2005/222/JHA of 24 February 2005 on **n_attacks against information systems_n** (replaced by Directive 2013/40/EU) Planned   process ongoing ---
2005/214/JHA: Council Framework Decision 2005/214/JHA of 24 February 2005 on the application of the principle of mutual recognition to **n_financial penalties_n** Implemented   1 DFómh 2009 -

Complementary information provided by the Council Secretariat

2006/783/JHA: Council Framework Decision 2006/783/JHA of 6 October 2006 on the application of the principle of mutual recognition to **n_confiscation orders_n** (Still applicable for Denmark and Ireland; for other MS replaced by Regulation 2018/1805) Implemented   3 Noll 2014

Notification of United Kingdom. Confiscation Orders FD. Implementation and Competent Authorities. PDF

Notification on the implementation of the Confiscation Orders Framework Decision by United Kingdom. Change of address. 2020

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Complementary information provided by the Council Secretariat

2006/960/JHA: Council Framework Decision 2006/960/JHA of 18 December 2006 on simplifying the **n_exchange of information and intelligence_n** Implemented   ---
2008/675/JHA: Council Framework Decision 2008/675/JHA of 24 July 2008 on **n_taking account of convictions_n** in the Member States of the European Union in the course of new criminal proceedings Implemented   9 Beal 2010

Notification of a declaration of the United Kingdom to the General Secretariat of the Council of the European Union and the European Commission regarding the implementation of Council Framework Decision 2008/675/JHA of 24 July 2008 on taking account of convictions in the Member States of the European Union in the course of new criminal proceedings. United Kingdom

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2008/841/JHA: Council Framework Decision 2008/841/JHA of 24 October 2008 for **n_organised crime_n**   - ---
2008/909/JHA: Council Framework Decision 2008/909/JHA of 27 November 2008 on the application of the principle of mutual recognition to judgments in criminal matters imposing **n_custodial sentences or measures involving deprivation of liberty_n** for the purposes of their enforcement Implemented   5 Noll 2011

Notification by United Kingdom on the implementation of the Framework Decision on Transfer of prisoners

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Complementary information provided by the Council Secretariat

Complementary information: Declarations under Article 7(4) -double criminality- and Article 28(2) -transitional provision-

2008/913/JHA: Council Framework Decision 2008/913/JHA of 28 November 2008 on combating certain forms and expressions of **n_racism and xenophobia_n** by means of criminal law   - ---
2008/919/JHA: Council Framework Decision 2008/919/JHA of 28 November 2008 **n_amending Framework Decision 2002/475/JHA on combating terrorism_n** (repealed and replaced by Directive 2017/541) Implemented   ---
2008/947/JHA: Council Framework Decision 2008/947/JHA of 27 November 2008 on the application of the principle of mutual recognition to judgments and probation decisions with a view to the supervision of **n_probation measures and alternative sanctions_n**   - --

Complementary information provided by the Council Secretariat

2008/977/JHA: Council Framework Decision 2008/977/JHA of 27 November 2008 on the **n_protection of personal data_n** processed in the framework of police and judicial cooperation in criminal matters Implemented   ---
2009/315/JHA: Council Framework Decision 2009/315/JHA of 26 February 2009 on the organisation and content of **n_exchange of information extracted from the criminal record_n** between Member States Implemented   ---
2009/829/JHA: Council Framework Decision 2009/829/JHA of 23 October 2009 for **n_supervision measures_n** Implemented  

Notification of the implementation of the Framework Decision on Supervision Measures by United Kingdom. Competent authorities and languages. Pdf

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Complementary information provided by the Council Secretariat

2009/948/JHA: Council Framework Decision 2009/948/JHA of 30 November 2009 for **n_conflicts of jurisdiction_n**   - --

Complementary information provided by the Council Secretariat

2001/40/EC: Directive 2001/40/EC of 28 May 2001 on the mutual recognition of decisions on the **n_expulsion of third country nationals_n**   - ---
2002/90/EC: Directive 2002/90/EC of 28 November 2002 defining the facilitation of **n_unauthorised entry, transit and residence_n** Implemented   -

National Implementing Measures provided to the European Commission

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2004/80/EC: Directive 2004/80/EC of 29 April 2004 relating to **n_compensation to crime victims_n** Implemented   -

National Implementing Measures provided to the European Commission

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2005/35/EC: Directive 2005/35/EC of 7 September 2005 on **n_ship-source pollution_n** and on the introduction of penalties for infringements Implemented   -

National Implementing Measures provided to the European Commission

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2005/60/EC: Directive 2005/60/EC of 26 October 2005 on the prevention of the use of the financial system for the purpose of **n_money laundering and terrorist financing_n** (replaced by Directive (EU) 2015/849) Implemented   -

National Implementing Measures provided to the European Commission

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2006/70/EC: Directive 2006/70/EC of 1 August 2006 laying down **n_implementing measures for Directive 2005/60/EC_n** Implemented   -

National Implementing Measures provided to the European Commission

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2008/99/EC: Directive 2008/99/EC of 19 November 2008 on the **n_protection of the environment_n** through criminal law Implemented   -

National Implementing Measures provided to the European Commission

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2009/123/EC: Directive 2009/123/EC of 21 October 2009 **n_amending Directive 2005/35/EC on ship-source pollution_n** and on the introduction of penalties for infringements Implemented   -

National Implementing Measures provided to the European Commission

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2010/64/EU: Directive 2010/64/EU of 20 October 2010 on the **n_right to interpretation and translation in criminal proceedings_n** Implemented   -

National Implementing Measures provided to the European Commission

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2011/36/EU: Directive 2011/36/EU of 5 April 2011 on preventing and combating **n_trafficking in human beings_n**, and replacing Council Framework Decision 2002/629/JHA Implemented   6 Aib 2013 -

National Implementing Measures provided to the European Commission

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2011/82/EU: Directive 2011/82/EU of 25 October 2011 facilitating the **n_cross-border exchange of information on road safety_n** related traffic offences   - ---
2011/92/EU: Directive 2011/92/EU of 13 December 2011 on **n_combating the sexual abuse and sexual exploitation of children and child pornography_n**, and replacing Council Framework Decision 2004/68/JHA Implemented   -

National Implementing Measures provided to the European Commission

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2011/99/EU: Directive 2011/99/EU of 13 December 2011 on the **n_European Protection Order_n** Implemented   11 Ean 2015

Designation of competent authorities regarding the Directive on the European Protection Order by Northern Ireland

Designation of competent authorities regarding the Directive on the European Protection Order by Scotland

This Directive is implemented for England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. 

"The Criminal Justice (European Protection Order) (England and Wales) Regulations 2014"

"The Criminal Justice (European Protection Order) (Northern Ireland) Regulations 2014"

Implementation for Scotland: 

- The European Protection Order (Scotland) Regulations 2015 (SSI 2015 No.107) which came into force 11 March.
- The Act of Adjournal (Criminal Procedure Rules Amendment No. 2) (European Protection Orders) 2015 (SSI 2015 No.121) which came into force on 1 April 2015.

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2012/13/EU: Directive 2012/13/EU of 22 May 2012 on the **n_right to information_n** in criminal proceedings Implemented   -

National Implementing Measures provided to the European Commission

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2012/29/EU: Directive 2012/29/EU of 25 October 2012 establishing **n_minimum standards on the rights, support and protection of victims of crime_n** Implemented   -

National Implementing Measures provided to the European Commission

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2013/32/EU: Directive on common procedures for granting and withdrawing international protection of 26 June 2013   - ---
2013/40/EU: Directive 2013/40/EU of 12 August 2013 on **n_attacks against information systems_n** replacing Council Framework Decision 2005/222/JHA Implemented   -

National Implementing Measures provided to the European Commission

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2013/48/EU: Directive 2013/48/EU of 22 October 2013 on **n_the right of access to a lawyer_n** in criminal proceedings and in European arrest warrant proceedings, and on the right to have a third party informed upon deprivation of liberty and to communicate with third persons   - -

National Implementing Measures (NIM) have not been communicated to the European Commission

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2014/42/EU: Directive 2014/42/EU of 3 April 2014 on the **n_freezing and confiscation of instrumentalities_n** and proceeds of crime in the European Union   - -

National Implementing Measures (NIM) have not been communicated to the European Commission

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2014/41/EU: Directive 2014/41/EU of 3 April 2014 regarding the **n_European Investigation Order_n** in criminal matters Implemented   31 Iúil 2017

UK and Gibraltar notifications as required under the Directive 2014/41/EU (EIO Directive)

2017 No. 730 - CRIMINAL LAW - The Criminal Justice (European Investigation Order)

Useful tools and information for the practical application of the European Investigation Order (EIO) directive

Note: For Gibraltar the EIO Directive entered into force on 22 May 2017.

2014/62/EU: Directive 2014/62/EU of 15 May 2014 on the protection of the **n_euro and other currencies against counterfeiting_n** by criminal law and replacing Council Framework Decision 2000/383/JHA   - ---
2014/66/EU: Directive on the conditions of entry and residence of third-country nationals in the framework of an intra-corporate transfer of 15 May 2014   - ---
Directive 2014/57/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16 April 2014 on criminal sanctions for market abuse (**n_market abuse directive_n**)   - ---
2015/413/EU: Directive 2015/413/EU of 11 March 2015 facilitating **n_cross-border exchange of information on road-safety-related traffic offences_n** (replaced by Directive 2019/713)   - ---
2015/849/EU: Directive 2015/849/EU of 20 May 2015 on the **n_prevention of the use of the financial system for the purposes of money laundering or terrorist financing_n**, amending Regulation (EU) No 648/2012, and repealing Directive 2005/60/EC   - ---
2016/343/EU: Directive 2016/343/EU of 9 March 2016 on the strengthening of certain aspects of the **n_presumption of innocence and of the right to be present at the trial_n** in criminal proceedings   - ---
(EU) 2016/680: Directive (EU) 2016/680 of 27 April 2016 on the **n_protection of natural persons with regard to the processing of personal data by competent authorities_n** for the purposes of the prevention, investigation, detection or prosecution of criminal offences or the execution of criminal penalties, and on the free movement of such data, and **n_repealing Council Framework Decision 2008/977/JHA_n**   - ---
2017/541/EU: Directive 2017/541/EU of 15 March 2017 on **n_combating terrorism_n** and replacing Council Framework Decision 2002/475/JHA and amending Council Decision 2005/671/JHA   - ---
2016/681/EU: Directive 2016/681 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 April 2016 **n_on the use of passenger name record (PNR) data for the prevention, detection, investigation and prosecution of terrorist offences and serious crime_n**   - ---
2016/800/EU: Directive 2016/800/EU of 11 May 2016 on **n_procedural safeguards for children who are suspects or accused persons_n** in criminal proceedings   - ---
2016/1919/EU: Directive 2016/1919/EU of 26 October 2016 on **n_legal aid for suspects and accused persons in criminal proceedings and for requested persons in European arrest warrant_n** proceedings   - ---
TREOIR (AE) 2017/1371 Ó PHARLAIMINT NA hEORPA AGUS ÓN gCOMHAIRLE an 5 Iúil 2017 maidir leis an gcomhrac in aghaidh na calaoise ar leasanna airgeadais an Aontais trí bhíthin an dlí choiriúil   - ---
Treoir (AE) 2018/843 ó Pharlaimint na hEorpa agus ón gComhairle an 30 Bealtaine 2018 lena leasaítear Treoir (AE) 2015/849 maidir le húsáid an chórais airgeadais chun sciúradh airgid nó maoiniú sceimhlitheoireachta a chosc, agus lena leasaítear Treoir 2009/138/CE agus Treoir 2013/36/AE   - ---
TREOIR (AE) 2018/1673 Ó PHARLAIMINT NA hEORPA AGUS ÓN gCOMHAIRLE an 23 Deireadh Fómhair 2018 maidir le sciúradh airgid a chomhrac tríd an dlí coiriúil   - ---
TREOIR (AE) 2019/713 Ó PHARLAIMINT NA hEORPA AGUS ÓN gCOMHAIRLE an 17 Aibreán 2019 maidir le calaois agus góchumadh modhanna íocaíochta neamhairgid a chomhrac agus lena n-ionadaítear Cinneadh Réime 2001/413/CGB ón gComhairle   - ---
TREOIR (AE) 2019/884 Ó PHARLAIMINT NA hEORPA AGUS ÓN gCOMHAIRLE an 17 Aibreán 2019 lena leasaítear Cinneadh Réime 2009/315/CGB ón gComhairle, a mhéid a bhaineann le malartú faisnéise faoi náisiúnaigh tríú tír agus a mhéid a bhaineann leis an gCóras Faisnéise Eorpach um Thaifid Choiriúla (ECRIS), agus a ghabhann ionad Chinneadh 2009/316/CGB ón gComhairle   - ---
2008/978/JHA: Council Framework Decision 2008/978/JHA of 18 December 2008 on the **n_European Evidence Warrant (EEW)_n** for the purpose of obtaining objects, documents and data for use in proceedings in criminal matters. – repealed by Regulation (EU) 2016/95 of 20 January 2016 repealing certain acts in the field of police cooperation and judicial cooperation in criminal matters.   - ---
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