Helen Maguire MP: written questions

Written questions

• Russia: ShippingForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled 7 May 2025AnsweredUIN 50794More

  Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, whether his Department plans to expand the designation of vessels considered part of Russia’s shadow fleet to align with (a) the US, (b) Europe and (c) Canada.

  Answer: This Government has sanctioned 229 oil tankers in Putin's shadow fleet, more than any other partner. On 9 May, we sanctioned 100 oil tankers - our largest single action to date. We work closely with our G7 partners to maximise the impact of our sanctions....

  Answered 13 May 2025

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• Russia: OilForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled 28 Apr 2025AnsweredUIN 48810More

  Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, whether his Department plans to expand penalties for sanctions evasion by banning maritime services for vessels used to transport Russian crude oil without complying with the

  Answer: With the implementation of the maritime transportation and associated services ban, the UK, along with G7 partners, banned the provision of services that facilitate the maritime transportation of Russian oil. The Oil Price Cap (OPC) exemption permits UK s...

  Answered 7 May 2025

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• Russia: ShippingForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled 23 Apr 2025AnsweredUIN 47569More

  Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, whether his Department plans to expand the designation of vessels considered part of Russia’s shadow fleet.

  Answer: The Prime Minister has been clear that we must strengthen economic pressure on the Kremlin. The UK has led international efforts to disrupt Russia's shadow fleet, which it spent over $10 billion to purchase. We have sanctioned 129 oil tankers under this g...

  Answered 8 May 2025

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• Diplomatic Service: British Nationals AbroadForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled 18 Mar 2025AnsweredUIN 39363More

  Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what assessment his Department has made of the potential merits of establishing a legal right to consular assistance for British nationals.

  Answer: The Government is committed to strengthening consular services, including the introduction of a right in cases of human rights violations. Ministers are currently considering options to achieve this, which we will announce in due course.

  Answered 27 Mar 2025

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• Ukraine: RehabilitationForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled 4 Mar 2025AnsweredUIN 35587More

  Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what support his Department is providing for Ukrainian rehabilitation organisations.

  Answer: The UK supports the strengthening of Ukrainian rehabilitation systems in various ways, including training and capacity building of Ukrainian healthcare staff; provision of rehabilitation equipment to facilities across Ukraine; and support on health and so...

  Answered 13 Mar 2025

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• Palestinians: Recognition of StatesForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled 16 Jan 2025AnsweredUIN 24611More

  Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, pursuant to the Answer of 14 January 2025 to Question 902156 on Palestinians: Sovereignty, whether he has a planned timetable for recognising a Palestinian state.

  Answer: The ceasefire marks the first step in ensuring long-term peace and security for Israelis, Palestinians and the wider region, bringing much-needed stability. Our attention must turn to how we secure a permanently better future for the Israeli and Palestini...

  Answered 28 Jan 2025

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• Greenland: USAForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled 14 Jan 2025AnsweredUIN 24082More

  Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, whether he has had recent discussions with his counterpart in Denmark on the US interest in Greenland.

  Answer: The Foreign Secretary and I have repeatedly and publicly made clear that Greenland is part of the Kingdom of Denmark and that the future of their constitutional arrangements is a matter for the people and government of Greenland, and the Kingdom of Denmar...

  Answered 20 Jan 2025

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• British National (Overseas): PensionsForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled 13 Jan 2025AnsweredUIN 23694More

  Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, pursuant to the Answer of 2 September 2024 to Question 2170 on British National (Overseas): Pensions, whether he has had recent discussions with other banks on access to (a)

  Answer: We are aware that individuals who have chosen to take up the BN(O) visa route face difficulties in the early drawing down of their savings. This government is in regular contact with banks on a range of issues. Documentary requirements for withdrawing fun...

  Answered 20 Jan 2025

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• Democratic Republic of the Congo: Peace NegotiationsForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled 13 Dec 2024AnsweredUIN 20124More

  Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what steps his Department is taking to (a) progress towards a resolution, (b) support civilians and (c) work diplomatically with regional partners to secure peace in the Demo

  Answer: The UK is committed to supporting the Luanda process which aims to bring about sustainable peace in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and encourages continued engagement and delivery on commitments by all parties. The postponement of the tripartite s...

  Answered 23 Dec 2024

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