Foreign Secretary statement on sentencing of Paul Whelan

Tuesday 16 Jun 2020 @ 13:25
Foreign and Commonwealth Office

Foreign Secretary, Dominic Raab, comments on the sentencing of Paul Whelan in Russia.

Following the verdict and sentencing of Paul Whelan (15 June 2020) in Russia, the Foreign Secretary, Dominic Raab, yesterday said:

I am deeply disappointed by today’s verdict and sentence against Paul Whelan. I have serious reservations about the legal process. We will continue to provide consular support to him and his family, and press the Russian authorities to respect Paul’s basic rights, which include a fair trial and appeal process.

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