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Alleged Serious and Significant Offences (Diplomatic Immunity): 2018
25 February 2020
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Foreign and Commonwealth Office
At a Glance
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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