24.This section replaces section 8 of the 1998 Act.  It enables the Policing Board, subject to the consent of the Secretary of State, to provide advice and assistance to international organisations, such as the United Nations, and to any organisation outside the UK which is engaged in policing activities.  This includes facilitating temporary secondments of police officers.
Commentary Part Ii: the Northern Ireland Policing Board Section 8: Provision of Advice and Assistance to International Organisations