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<p>I can confirm that the use of DNA evidence in the three cohorts the Home Secretary
spoke about in his statement of 25 October to the House did not involve collection
or storage of DNA by Home Office staff. Any DNA evidence submitted would have been
in the form of reports from approved DNA testing centres, stating whether familial
relationships were evidenced. These reports may have been attached to case files.</p><p>A
Taskforce has been established so that anyone who feels that their case may have been
influenced in any way by an inappropriate demand for DNA testing can get advice and
support. Anyone concerned about these reports being held should contact the Taskforce,
who will investigate the circumstances of each case and advise on the options, including
deletion of the record from case files where appropriate.</p>
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