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Written question asked by Calum Miller (Liberal Democrat) on Thursday, 19 March 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 25 March 2026 (named day). It was answered by Lucy Rigby (Labour) on Wednesday, 25 March 2026 on behalf of the Treasury.


MBaer Merchant Bank

Question

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what assessment her Department has made of the implications for its policies of evidence from the US Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network published on 2 March 2026 that UK resident individuals may have laundered the proceeds of corrupt oil sales in Venezuela through MBaer Merchant Bank.

Answer

The Government is committed to protecting the UK’s financial system and maintaining a robust anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing system. This involves identifying risks to the system, monitoring global developments, and working with international partners.

The Government does not comment on assessments relating to specific firms. Where appropriate, the Government will act in response to individual cases and risks identified.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
122459
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Corruption Oil Money laundering Venezuela Sales MBaer Merchant Bank
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk