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Sentencing of Paul Whelan in Russia: Foreign Secretary's statement

Foreign Secretary, Dominic Raab, comments on the sentencing of Paul Whelan in Russia.

• From: Foreign & Commonwealth Office and The Rt Hon Dominic Raab
• Published: 15 June 2020

This was published under the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

Following the verdict and sentencing of Paul Whelan today (15 June 2020) in Russia, the Foreign Secretary, Dominic Raab, said:

I am deeply disappointed by today’s verdict and sentence against Paul Whelan. I have serious reservations about the legal process. We will continue to provide consular support to him and his family, and press the Russian authorities to respect Paul’s basic rights, which include a fair trial and appeal process.

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Published 15 June 2020