Written questions

Asylum: Russia

Commons · Question 126829 · Tabled 13 Apr 2026 · Home Office · Official record

Answered 22 Apr 2026

Question

Asked by Ben Obese-Jecty

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what discussions she has had with Cabinet colleagues on the potential impact of the maritime interdiction of Russian Shadow Fleet vessels in British waters on asylum applications from Russian service

Answer

Answered by Alex Norris, 22 Apr 2026

The Home Office is working closely with other Government departments in relation to the Russian Shadow Fleet. It would not be appropriate to comment in detail on those discussions or on security matters.The Home Office monitors impacts of HMG actions, pol...