Written question asked by Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat) on Monday, 9 March 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 12 March 2026 (named day). It was answered by Hamish Falconer (Labour) on Wednesday, 18 March 2026 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.
Iran: Sanctions
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, if she will commit to expanding targeted sanctions against Iranian officials and security force commanders responsible for killings, torture and internet shutdowns during the recent protests; and if she will publish the human‑rights criteria used for future designations.
- Answer
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I refer the Hon Member to the answer provided on 26 February in response to Question 114342. Further to this, I add that the UK seeks to mitigate any unintended negative impacts of sanctions, including on humanitarian delivery. The UK does not sanction food or medicines, and UN and UK sanctions provide for a range of humanitarian exceptions and licensing grounds.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 118710
- Session
- 2024-26
- Related items
- Grouped for answer
- Yes
- Subjects
- Demonstrations Human rights Homicide Internet Iran Torture Sanctions
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- 2026-04-22 12:58:04 +0100
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