Written questions

Arms Trade: Sudan

Commons · Question 101201 · Tabled 17 Dec 2025 · Department for Business and Trade · Official record

Answered 6 Jan 2026

Question

Asked by Manuela Perteghella

To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what assessment he has made of the potential risk that licenced arms sales to third countries could be diverted for use by armed groups involved in the conflict in Sudan.

Answer

Answered by Chris Bryant, 6 Jan 2026

Sudan is at the heart of our diplomatic efforts. We are doing everything possible to end the horrific violence that is taking place, to protect civilians, deliver aid, and secure a lasting ceasefire.There is a longstanding UK arms embargo in place for the...