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HANSARD Russian Federation: Human RightsI would like to come back briefly on that point. We have been very clear. The Foreign Secretary has condemned the Russian authorities’ unacceptable use of violence against…27 Jan 2021HANSARD Russian Federation: Human RightsThe UK is appalled by the politically motivated detention of Alexei Navalny on arbitrary charges. As the Foreign Secretary made clear, Mr Navalny is the victim of a despicable…27 Jan 2021HANSARD Russian Federation: Human RightsMy right hon. Friend makes an important point. I have set out today the fact that we want a different relationship with Russia, but I absolutely accept that there are often…27 Jan 2021HANSARD Russian Federation: Human RightsThis particular urgent question in respect of Russia is very much about the issue of Navalny and the action that the UK has been taking. I have been clear about the way we…27 Jan 2021HANSARD Russian Federation: Human RightsThe hon. Gentleman quotes my words, so I will re-quote them: the UK has galvanised the international community in condemnation of these deplorable detentions. As the G7 president,…27 Jan 2021HANSARD Russian Federation: Human RightsWhen it comes to sanctions, we continue to look at this matter. We continue to work to protect and promote human rights, and we are considering all options for further actions.…27 Jan 2021HANSARD Russian Federation: Human RightsSanctions send a clear message to those responsible that the use of chemical weapons is an egregious violation of the international obligations that we must all uphold to keep…27 Jan 2021HANSARD Russian Federation: Human RightsThe UK remains concerned about the impact that Nord Stream 2 will have on European energy security, and particularly on the interests of Ukraine. Our focus continues to be…27 Jan 2021HANSARD Russian Federation: Human RightsWhen it comes to the case of Alexei Navalny, we have been very clear about our action. We took the lead on the OPCW in signing up member states to demand that Russia follow up…27 Jan 2021HANSARD Russian Federation: Human RightsWe have been absolutely clear—the Foreign Secretary made it clear—that Mr Navalny is the victim of a despicable crime, and we call for his immediate and unconditional release. It…27 Jan 2021HANSARD Russian Federation: Human RightsI assure the hon. Gentleman that we continue to step up our activity, both domestically and internationally, to tackle illicit finance and dirty money entering our country. The…27 Jan 2021HANSARD Russian Federation: Human RightsWe have already demonstrated the way in which the UK has been leading the international effort on the issue of Alexei Navalny, through the OPCW and also through the G7 statement…27 Jan 2021HANSARD Russian Federation: Human RightsI am aware that the hon. Gentleman takes a keen interest in human rights, as do so many on both sides of the Chamber. We are not aware of any British nationals requiring consular…27 Jan 2021HANSARD Russian Federation: Human RightsI know that my right hon. Friend has taken the issue of sanctions and Magnitsky seriously for some time and championed it. When it comes to the case of Alexei Navalny, we have…27 Jan 2021HANSARD Russian Federation: Human RightsThe Foreign Secretary has made it absolutely clear that Mr Navalny is the victim of a despicable crime, and we will continue to call for his immediate and unconditional release.…27 Jan 2021HANSARD Russian Federation: Human RightsMy hon. Friend makes a very important point about the need for a joined-up approach, and in supporting an international effort to tackle this issue. He is right to recognise that…27 Jan 2021HANSARD Russian Federation: Human RightsI do not accept the assertion made by the right hon. Gentleman. The ISC Russia report, to which he refers, was released on 21 July, and the Government responded on the very same…27 Jan 2021HANSARD Russian Federation: Human RightsWe have been very clear on our policy towards Russia. It is that we want a very different relationship with Russia and that Russia must stop its destabilising behaviour towards…27 Jan 2021HANSARDForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeI recognise the work of the IDC and I am very pleased that its work is continuing. Let me just reiterate that when it comes to covid-19, the UK and the FCDO remain at the…25 Jan 2021HANSARDForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeI recognise the work of the IDC and I am very pleased that its work is continuing. Let me just reiterate that when it comes to covid-19, the UK and the FCDO remain at the…25 Jan 2021