Oral question asked in the House of Lords, by Lord Judd (Labour). It was answered by Baroness Scotland of Asthal (Labour) on Monday, 26 February 2007.
Russia: Mr Litvinenko
- Question
- What co-operation there has been between British and Russian authorities in the investigation of the murder of Alexander Litvinenko; and what implications this has for their relations with Russia.
- Answer
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My Lords, the United Kingdom has made several requests to Russia for mutual legal assistance in relation to the domestic investigation into the death of Mr Litvinenko. The Russian authorities have co-operated with the requests made. A request for assistance has also been received from Russia. The Home Secretary has considered its request, and has submitted it to the Metropolitan Police Service for further consideration. The Metropolitan Police are co-operating with the Russian authorities within UK law.
Secondary information
- Type
- Oral question
- Reference
- 689 c1360-1
- Session
- 2006-07
- Oral question type
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- Chamber / Committee
- House of Lords chamber
- Related items
- Subjects
- Criminal investigation Homicide International cooperation Russia Litvinenko, Alexander
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