National Crime Agency

The National Crime Agency is the UK's lead law enforcement agency against serious and organised crime, including drug trafficking, human trafficking, cybercrime, and child sexual exploitation. The NCA has wide powers to task and coordinate the wider law enforcement response to serious organised crime across the UK and works extensively with international partners. It was established under the Crime and Courts Act 2013 and assumed the functions of the former Serious Organised Crime Agency.

Area Covered

The National Crime Agency operates across the United Kingdom and internationally, with jurisdiction to investigate serious and organised crime wherever it occurs. The NCA has offices across the UK and an international presence in numerous countries.