Oral QuestionForeign, Commonwealth and Development Office

“If she will make a statement on her departmental responsibilities.”

Tabled: 25 August 2026Answered: 1 September 2026

Asked by

James MacCleary

Liberal Democrat — Lewes

Answering Minister

the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs

Answer from Hansard

The Minister of State, Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Stephen Doughty)

The hon. Gentleman knows that we do not comment on future designations, but we have sanctioned a number of individuals in Georgia in relation to actions. We urge Georgia to respect rights and freedoms and an inclusive and open democratic society.