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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Transnational Repression Review

14 May 2025 · Home Office

Proposed by Dan Jarvis Lab Barnsley North

Democracy & Elections

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At a glance

Key points

  • Dan Jarvis is updating the House on the findings of the Transnational Repression Review by the Defending Democracy Taskforce
  • The UK has launched training for police forces and published guidance on GOV.UK to support individuals at risk
  • The government will continue to develop its strategy based on evolving threats

Issue summary

Dan Jarvis is updating the House on the findings of the Transnational Repression Review conducted by the Defending Democracy Taskforce.

Action requested

The UK has launched training for police forces and published guidance on GOV.UK to assist those at risk, while maintaining a hard operating environment for states engaging in transnational repression. The government will continue to enhance its approach based on ongoing threats.

Key facts

  • Transnational Repression Review completed in partnership with government departments, the police, and intelligence services.
  • Recent TNR incidents include targeting of Iran International, Hong Kong National Security Law bounties, and the poisoning of Sergei Skripal.
  • The National Security Act attained Royal Assent in December 2023.
  • A new training package for all UK territorial police forces was launched to identify state-directed crimes.
  • Guidance on GOV.UK provides practical advice for those at risk of TNR.
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