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Dominic Raab MP

Dominic Raab MP

Conservative MP for Esher and Walton and Foreign Secretary

Amal Clooney Has Resigned As UK Special Envoy Over Boris Johnson’s “Lamentable” Plans to Violate International Law
Foreign affairs
Amal Clooney Has Resigned As UK Special Envoy Over Boris Johnson’s “Lamentable” Plans to Violate International Law
Amal Clooney has resigned as a UK special envoy in protest at what she calls a “lamentable” plan to “violate an international treaty signed by the Prime Minister less than a year ago”.
Government urged to use 'more stick' with Iran over Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe case
Foreign affairs
Government urged to use 'more stick' with Iran over Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe case
The husband of imprisoned Brit Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe has said the government must use "more stick" in its dealings with Iran to secure her release.
Dominic Raab pledges £5m UK aid and Navy on standby in wake of ‘devastating’ Lebanon blast
Defence
Dominic Raab pledges £5m UK aid and Navy on standby in wake of ‘devastating’ Lebanon blast
Britain is sending £5million in emergency humanitarian aid to Lebanon in the wake of a “devastating” explosion in capital Beirut, the Foreign Secretary has confirmed.
Dominic Raab says Government ‘cannot make apologies’ for surprise u-turn on Spain travel rules
Coronavirus
Dominic Raab says Government ‘cannot make apologies’ for surprise u-turn on Spain travel rules
Dominic Raab has said it was “absolutely necessary” to impose a 14-day quarantine on travellers returning from Spain with only hours notice.
Dominic Raab confirms UK’s aid spending to be cut by £2.9bn amid coronavirus downturn
Foreign affairs
Dominic Raab confirms UK’s aid spending to be cut by £2.9bn amid coronavirus downturn
Britain is slashing its international aid budget by £2.9billion as a result of the coronavirus economic downturn, Dominic Raab has confirmed.
Dominic Raab ‘deeply concerned’ by Chinese cyber attack on UK and warns state-backed hackers will be held to account
Foreign affairs
Dominic Raab ‘deeply concerned’ by Chinese cyber attack on UK and warns state-backed hackers will be held to account
Dominic Raab said he is “deeply concerned” by the news two Chinese man have been arrested over cyber attacks on institutions in 11 countries including the UK.
Harry Dunn death: Dominic Raab closes legal 'anomaly' which allowed death suspect Anne Sacoolas to flee UK
Foreign affairs
Harry Dunn death: Dominic Raab closes legal 'anomaly' which allowed death suspect Anne Sacoolas to flee UK
A legal "anomaly" which allowed the suspect in the death of Harry Dunn to flee the UK has been closed, Dominic Raab has confirmed.
Boris Johnson considers new spying law in wake of damning Russia report
Defence
Boris Johnson considers new spying law in wake of damning Russia report
Boris Johnson is considering toughening up Britain’s security laws in the wake of a damning report on its response to the threat posed by Russia.
Russia report explained: everything you need to know about the landmark Intelligence and Security Committee inquiry into Kremlin influence
Defence
By Georgina Bailey
Russia report explained: everything you need to know about the landmark Intelligence and Security Committee inquiry into Kremlin influence
The heavily-trailed Intelligence and Security Committee report into Russia’s role in the UK may have grabbed headlines for its findings on Brexit and the Scottish referendum. But the inquiry also sheds light on a muddled response to the threat posed by Russia which has persisted for decades. Georgina Bailey reports.
Dominic Raab insists Britain ‘not complacent’ about Russia threat after damning report by intelligence watchdog
Foreign affairs
Dominic Raab insists Britain ‘not complacent’ about Russia threat after damning report by intelligence watchdog
Britain is “not complacent” about the threat posed by Russia, the Foreign Secretary has said, after a damning report on Russian influence in the UK.
Donald Trump’s top diplomat Mike Pompeo says ‘well done’ to UK for ‘sovereign’ decision to axe China’s Huawei
Coronavirus
Donald Trump’s top diplomat Mike Pompeo says ‘well done’ to UK for ‘sovereign’ decision to axe China’s Huawei
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has heaped praise on Britain for stripping Chinese telecoms firm Huawei of a role in its 5G network.
China warns UK of Hong Kong ‘consequences’ as Donald Trump’s top diplomat holds talks with Boris Johnson
Defence
China warns UK of Hong Kong ‘consequences’ as Donald Trump’s top diplomat holds talks with Boris Johnson
Britain will “bear the consequences” if it carries on down the “wrong road” on Hong Kong, China has warned.
Senior Tories urge Dominic Raab to call Chinese oppression of Uighurs ‘genocide’ and sanction officials
Foreign affairs
Senior Tories urge Dominic Raab to call Chinese oppression of Uighurs ‘genocide’ and sanction officials
Senior Conservatives have called on Dominic Raab to get even tougher with China and declare there is a “genocide” of the Uighur people taking place.
Dominic Raab suspends extradition treaty with Hong Kong 'immediately and indefinitely'
Foreign affairs
Dominic Raab suspends extradition treaty with Hong Kong 'immediately and indefinitely'
Dominic Raab has suspended the UK's extradition treaty with Hong Kong "immediately and indefinitely" amid ongoing tensions with the Chinese government.
Dominic Raab accuses Russia of 'pariah-like behaviour' over alleged coronavirus vaccine theft
Coronavirus
Dominic Raab accuses Russia of 'pariah-like behaviour' over alleged coronavirus vaccine theft
Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab has accused Russia of 'pariah-like' behaviour amid claims the country's intelligence services attempted to steal coronavirus vaccine research.
Russian ambassador rejects claim his country tried to steal coronavirus vaccine and interfere in UK election
Coronavirus
Russian ambassador rejects claim his country tried to steal coronavirus vaccine and interfere in UK election
Russia's ambassador to the UK has dismissed claims his country's intelligence services tried to steal research into a coronavirus vaccine.
Russia accused of ‘interfering’ in general election by pushing leaked UK-US trade docs used by Jeremy Corbyn to attack Government
Foreign affairs
Russia accused of ‘interfering’ in general election by pushing leaked UK-US trade docs used by Jeremy Corbyn to attack Government
The Government has accused Russia of trying to “interfere in the 2019 General Election” by pushing stolen documents about UK-US trade negotiations.
Dominic Raab names first human rights abusers to be targeted by UK post-Brexit sanction regime
Brexit
Dominic Raab names first human rights abusers to be targeted by UK post-Brexit sanction regime
The Foreign Secretary has revealed the first foreign nationals to face asset freezes and travel bans as he unveiled the UK’s new post-Brexit sanction regime.
Boris Johnson says three million Hong Kongers can come to UK as he accuses Beijing of ‘clear and serious breach’ of China-UK agreement
Foreign affairs
Boris Johnson says three million Hong Kongers can come to UK as he accuses Beijing of ‘clear and serious breach’ of China-UK agreement
Boris Johnson has confirmed almost three million Hong Kong residents can now come to the UK amid a row over China’s decision to impose a controversial new security law.
Boris Johnson says he is 'deeply concerned' over China's adoption of Hong Kong security law
Foreign affairs
Boris Johnson says he is 'deeply concerned' over China's adoption of Hong Kong security law
Boris Johnson has said he is "deeply concerned" following reports that China had passed a controversial security law targeting Hong Kong.
Black Lives Matter: Education minister says he would ‘of course’ take the knee after Dominic Raab brands it ‘subjugation’
Political parties
Black Lives Matter: Education minister says he would ‘of course’ take the knee after Dominic Raab brands it ‘subjugation’
Education minister Nick Gibb has said he would “of course” take the knee in solidarity with Black Lives Matter protesters amid a political row over the gesture.
Dominic Raab says he would not take the knee for Black Lives Matter as it is ‘a symbol of subjugation’
Communities
Dominic Raab says he would not take the knee for Black Lives Matter as it is ‘a symbol of subjugation’
Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab has said he would not kneel in solidarity with the Black Lives Matter movement he views it as a “symbol of subjugation and subordination”.
Dominic Raab defends lockdown easing from Monday as he confirms England still on Covid alert level four
Coronavirus
Dominic Raab defends lockdown easing from Monday as he confirms England still on Covid alert level four
Dominic Raab has defended the decision to ease a string of lockdown restrictions from Monday as he confirmed England is still “transitioning” to a less severe level under its Covid-19 alert system.
Dominic Raab says it would be a ‘distraction’ to cast verdict on Donald Trump’s handling of George Floyd death
Foreign affairs
Dominic Raab says it would be a ‘distraction’ to cast verdict on Donald Trump’s handling of George Floyd death
It would be a “media distraction” to give a verdict on how Donald Trump has handled the death of a black man in police custody, Dominic Raab has said.
Dominic Raab: UK will extend visa rights unless China 'steps back' from Hong Kong law
Foreign affairs
Dominic Raab: UK will extend visa rights unless China 'steps back' from Hong Kong law
Dominic Raab has announced plans to extend citizenship rights for people in Hong Kong unless China "steps back" from a controversial new security bill.
Hairdressers and hospitality will not reopen until July 4 ‘at the earliest’, says Dominic Raab
Coronavirus
Hairdressers and hospitality will not reopen until July 4 ‘at the earliest’, says Dominic Raab
Hairdressers and those in the hospitality sector will not be able to go back to work until July 4 “at the earliest” under the Government’s timetable for easing the coronavirus lockdown.
Dominic Raab confirms ‘no change’ in UK coronavirus lockdown as top scientist says crucial reproduction rate rising
Coronavirus
Dominic Raab confirms ‘no change’ in UK coronavirus lockdown as top scientist says crucial reproduction rate rising
There has been “no change” in the Government’s guidance on social distancing, Dominic Raab has confirmed, as one of its top scientific advisers said the coronavirus reproduction rate was rising.
The Breakfast Briefing: Neil Ferguson quits, the grim toll, and Theresa May’s tips for Boris
Coronavirus
The Breakfast Briefing: Neil Ferguson quits, the grim toll, and Theresa May’s tips for Boris
Your essential morning guide to what’s moving in Westminster
Dominic Raab bats away international comparisons after Britain posts highest coronavirus death toll in Europe
Coronavirus
Dominic Raab bats away international comparisons after Britain posts highest coronavirus death toll in Europe
Dominic Raab has cautioned against comparing Britain to Italy as the UK reported the highest official coronavirus death toll in Europe.
Official coronavirus death toll jumps to 26,000 after figures from care homes now included
Coronavirus
Official coronavirus death toll jumps to 26,000 after figures from care homes now included
The official death toll from coronavirus has jumped to more than 26,000 after figures from care homes were now included.
PMQs: Keir Starmer claims PPE problems for NHS staff ‘getting worse not better’ in clash with Dominic Raab
Coronavirus
PMQs: Keir Starmer claims PPE problems for NHS staff ‘getting worse not better’ in clash with Dominic Raab
Efforts to get protective equipment to health workers on the coronavirus frontline are getting “worse not better”, Sir Keir Starmer claimed at Prime Minister’s Questions.
Boris Johnson back in Downing Street and ‘raring to go’ as he faces tough coronavirus decisions
Coronavirus
Boris Johnson back in Downing Street and ‘raring to go’ as he faces tough coronavirus decisions
Boris Johnson has returned to Downing Street to lead the UK’s coronavirus response as he faces a raft of tough decisions about the country’s lockdown.
Minister says Sage membership won’t be published amid row over Dominic Cummings’ role in key coronavirus meetings
Coronavirus
Minister says Sage membership won’t be published amid row over Dominic Cummings’ role in key coronavirus meetings
Dominic Raab has rejected calls for the Government to reveal who sits on its top coronavirus advisory committee, amid a row over the role played by senior Number 10 aide Dominic Cummings.
Dominic Raab warns Tory lockdown critics second coronavirus wave would ‘risk the economy’
Coronavirus
Dominic Raab warns Tory lockdown critics second coronavirus wave would ‘risk the economy’
Dominic Raab has batted away calls from senior Conservatives to ease the coronavirus lockdown, as he warned that a second wave of the disease could deal a “serious blow” to the economy.
Keir Starmer urges ministers to treat public like ‘adults’ over coronavirus lockdown exit plan
Coronavirus
Keir Starmer urges ministers to treat public like ‘adults’ over coronavirus lockdown exit plan
Sir Keir Starmer has urged ministers to treat the public like “adults” over plans to exit the coronavirus lockdown.
Two-thirds of voters say government has done bad job getting protective equipment to NHS staff - poll
Coronavirus
Two-thirds of voters say government has done bad job getting protective equipment to NHS staff - poll
A clear majority of British people believe the Government has done a bad job in providing personal protective equipment for NHS frontline staff, according to a new poll.