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Written question asked by Stephen Doughty (Labour) on Thursday, 14 March 2024, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 21 March 2024 (named day). It was answered by Anne-Marie Trevelyan (Conservative) on Thursday, 21 March 2024 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.

Russia: Sanctions

Question

To ask the Minister of State, Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, what plans he has to (a) make an assessment of the adequacy of the Navalny list and (b) review further sanctions on Russia.

Answer

The United Kingdom consistently condemned Mr Navalny's politically motivated sentencing, called for his immediate and unconditional release and expressed our grave concern for his welfare.

Over 2020 and 2021, the UK sanctioned 13 individuals and one entity responsible for his poisoning. The UK has also sanctioned six individuals heading up the penal colony where Alexei Navalny died after years of mistreatment by the Russian authorities on 21 February 2024. Whilst we do not comment on potential future designations, the UK has designated the majority of individuals on both the original Navalny 35 list, and the wider Anti-Corruption Foundation list.

The UK remains steadfast in our support to Ukraine. Together with our international partners, we have implemented the most severe package of sanctions ever imposed on a major economy. The UK alone has sanctioned 2,000 individuals and entities under the Russia sanctions regime. Most recently, on 22 February a new package of over 50 UK designations targeted Russia's efforts to circumvent sanctions on its war machine and major revenue sources, demonstrating the UK's unwavering support for Ukraine for as long as it takes.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
18717
Session
2023-24
Subjects
Sanctions Russia Navalny, Alexei
Link
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