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Written question asked by Alex Sobel (Labour) on Thursday, 24 September 2020, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 29 September 2020 (named day). It was answered by Chloe Smith (Conservative) on Friday, 2 October 2020 on behalf of the Cabinet Office.


Vote Leave: Russia

Question

To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, whether his Department is taking steps to ensure that there is an investigation of alleged links between financial backers of the Vote Leave campaign and Russian intelligence.

Answer

We have seen no evidence of successful interference in the EU Referendum. The Intelligence and Security Agencies produce regular assessments of the threat posed by Hostile State Activity, including around potential interference in UK democratic processes.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
95208
Session
2019-21
Related items
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Written questions
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Transferred
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Subjects
Russia Subversion Vote Leave
Link
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