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Without repeating the arguments already advanced on the inadequacies as things stand, none of the options the noble Lord, Lord Banner, outlined is appropriate for sanctions cases. Sanctions offences are rarely clear and simple, because the consequences of sanctions breaches are wide-ranging and can violate the human rights of many people. Unless the law is changed, it is likely that no money in these cases will go to the very people harmed by the crime. This is not because they are undeserving or have not suffered significant harm, but because there is no law in place to address their situation.