Update for media from Haut de la Garenne and response to Daily Mail article

SENT TO MEDIA AT 9.30 AM ON THURSDAY 6 MARCH 2008

Work has started again at the premises - there will be changes in the forensic personnel as Karl and Julie are given some time off.

No significant finds to report. No media facilities are planned - rumours of a media facility tomorrow are incorrect.

With regard to a story in the Daily Mail today - Mr Harper will not be giving interviews on this matter. He has no concerns about how the paper has reported the matter and given the following written statement.

‘I have seen the very personal attack on me by Mr Shenton. My view is that it is rather childish and bizarre. It is unhelpful to the victims and the investigation. It is also in marked contrast to the support given to the States of Jersey Police by the Chief Minister and the Home Affairs Minister and the magnificent response, both in terms of support and assistance, from the community.’