12. In section 23 (mutual assistance between SOCA and law enforcement agencies: voluntary arrangements) after subsection (10) insert—
“(10A) If the assistance mentioned in subsection (8) or (9) is provided for or (as the case may be) by—
(a)the Police Service of Northern Ireland, or
(b)the Police Service of Northern Ireland Reserve,
the Secretary of State must, before making a determination under the subsection in question, consult the Department of Justice in Northern Ireland.”