Question to the Home Office:

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what assessment she has made of the adequacy of the experience of victims of transnational repression in the UK justice system.

Engagement with victims of transnational repression (TNR) informed the Defending Democracy Taskforce’s review and recommendations. This included engagement with affected individuals, civil society organisations, academics and community representatives.

The Government continues to engage with victims and civil society at both official and ministerial levels to ensure its understanding of TNR in the UK remains evidence led and responsive to evolving threats.

The Government’s approach is underpinned by a coordinated, whole‑of‑government response, with departments and law enforcement working together to align legal, operational and protective measures. Recognising the significant impact TNR can have on victims, action is being taken to improve awareness and handling across the system, including specialist training for policing and the publication of practical protective security guidance.