Written questions

Russia: Subversion

Commons · Question 12365 · Tabled 23 Jun 2026 · Ministry of Defence · Official record

Answered 29 Jun 2026

Question

Asked by Vikki Slade

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, if his Department will launch an inquiry into the level of threat of potential interference from the Russian Government in UK politics to help inform his Department's policies.

Answer

Answered by Louise Sandher-Jones, 29 Jun 2026

The MOD, alongside other government departments, keeps state threats, including interference efforts, from Russia under constant review.It is an absolute priority for this government to protect our politics and democratic processes from foreign interferen...