www.sirene.gov.uk
Even though Britain is not part of the Schenegen Information system, that doesn't stop Britain from sharing information and vice versa with the Schengen Information System about criminal activities.
Sirene UK is a major step forward for law enforcement with direct benefits to policing and public safety within the UK and throughout the European Union (EU).
Sirene UK is a Home Office funded programme that will deliver access to the Schengen Information System – an established and robust pan-European data system – to UK law enforcement officers.
Via a seamless link on the Police National Computer (PNC), law enforcement officers will be able to share and use certain information with other police organisations from all Schengen countries – namely all 15 EU member countries prior to May 2004, plus Norway and Iceland.
Use of this information will allow UK law enforcement officers to locate missing persons, criminals and stolen property from other countries – increasing our opportunities to deal with cross-border crime and extending the reach of UK law enforcement across Europe.
Among other benefits, this joined-up approach to policing will help:
extend the reach of police enquiries and investigations
across Europe
disrupt the movement of criminals and stolen goods and vehicles within Europe
locate people on behalf of courts
recover stolen property
track and find missing and wanted persons within Europe
reduce the opportunity for identity fraud
The Schengen Information System is currently in use within Europe and enjoys an excellent track record of success, helping European law enforcement agencies work closer together to combat international criminality and improve safety in the EU.
