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Russia: Diplomatic Service

Commons · Question 16958 · Tabled 29 Nov 2024 · Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office · Official record

Answered 10 Dec 2024

Question

Asked by Wendy Morton

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what steps he is taking to support the work of UK diplomatic staff based in Russia.

Answer

Answered by Stephen Doughty, 10 Dec 2024

The Kremlin shows a persistent pattern of unacceptable and unjustified behaviour against UK diplomats in Russia, who undertake vital work in extremely challenging circumstances. Following specific incidents of concern, the Russian Ambassador has been summ...