To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland how many private cars were searched by officers of Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs or the Police Service of Northern Ireland in each month since October 2007 when crossing (a) from Northern Ireland to the Republic of Ireland and (b) from the Republic of Ireland to Northern Ireland. (227359)

That is an operational matter for the Chief Constable. I have asked him to reply directly to the hon. Member, and a copy of this letter will be placed in the Library of the House and the Official Report.

Matters relating to officers of HMRC should be directed to HM Treasury.