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These initiatives were driven by Lord Sarfraz, and are more likely to reflect personal policy preferences.
Lord Sarfraz has not introduced any legislation before Parliament
Lord Sarfraz has not co-sponsored any Bills in the current parliamentary sitting
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The UK Immigration Rules provide for the refusal of a visa application if a person’s character, conduct or associations make it undesirable to permit them entry to the UK.
The Government and the Security Industry Authority are aware of the significant impact the pandemic has had on both the private security sector and the night-time economy. The Government has implemented a range of measures to support businesses during the pandemic.
As required by the Private Security Industry Act 2001, the Security Industry Authority regulates the private security sector and advises Home Office Ministers regarding its role and functions. However, all matters regarding the deployment and well-being of private security operatives sits beyond the current regulatory regime and with individual private security businesses, as their employers.
The UK has made clear our apprehension towards Russia's destabilising activity in North Africa. We are concerned about open-source reports that Russia has plans to establish a naval base in eastern Libya, which will strengthen Russian influence in the central Mediterranean. The Ministry of Defence continues to maintain thorough assessments of the threats to stability and security across the North Africa region including Libya. The Government is also committed to working with the international community in support for peace and stability in the region.