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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Alleged Serious and Significant Offences (Diplomatic Immunity): 2018

25 February 2020 · Foreign and Commonwealth Office

Proposed by Dominic Raab Con Esher and Walton

Foreign Affairs

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At a glance

Key points

  • Written Ministerial Statement on alleged serious and significant offences by individuals with diplomatic immunity in the UK
  • Focus on driving incidents involving foreign diplomats and their dependants
  • FCO to continue addressing such allegations according to established procedures

Issue summary

The statement addresses alleged serious and significant offences committed by individuals with diplomatic or international organization-related immunity in the UK, focusing on driving incidents.

Action requested

No specific future action is proposed. The FCO will continue to address allegations of criminal conduct by foreign diplomats and dependants as per established procedures.

Key facts

  • Three serious and significant offences were reported in 2018.
  • Two involved driving under the influence of alcohol, one involving Saudi Arabia.
  • One incident included dangerous driving along with being under the influence, also from Saudi Arabia.
  • Both individuals responsible for these serious incidents were expelled from their diplomatic missions.
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