Leicester MP to lead DNA database inquiry
A CITY MP will lead an inquiry into the nation's DNA database.
Leicester East MP Keith Vaz is chairman of the Home Affairs Select Committee, who yesterday said they would look into concerns outlined by the Human Genetic Commission.
Mr Vaz said: "I agree with the concerns of the commission in regards to the DNA database.
"The European Court of Human Rights has ruled it illegal to hold the DNA of innocent people, there are currently five million profiles on the database, of which an estimated 750,000 are innocent people who have not been charged."
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by Rob, Leicester
Wednesday, November 25 2009, 2:51PM
“Its a wonder he has the time what with jetting of the India to secure the release of a leicester man out there, and going again to attend Shilpa Shettys wedding.”
by Alan, Leics
Wednesday, November 25 2009, 2:30PM
“I can see now why he needs silk cushions for stting on all these comittees, how does he find the time and not lets forget the enormouse postage costs he claimed for wriiting and posting those thousands of letters he wrote.”
by Kulgan, Crydee
Wednesday, November 25 2009, 2:14PM
“Jihardi,
Bandwagon Vaz's appointment was nothing new. He was appointed as Chair of the most powerful of all Select Committees in Parliament on 26 July 2007.”
by jihardi, humberstone
Wednesday, November 25 2009, 1:53PM
“Not a good idea to make VAZ the Chair as he is the biggest criminal and liar around and should be only given water 'til he dies”
by Kulgan, Crydee
Wednesday, November 25 2009, 12:28PM
“Put everyone's DNA on the database.”