To ask Her Majesty's Government what plans they have, if any, to undertake, and report
on, an investigation into the government of Russia's alleged (1) use of poisoning
and assassination, (2) media manipulation, (3) abuse of Interpol procedures, and (4)
efforts to undermine international law and institutions in ways that are harmful to
UK security.
<p>We continue to challenge Russia's malign activity and abuse of the international
rules-based system and remain at the forefront of those opposing that abuse.</p><p>In
response to the attack in Salisbury, together with our allies, we coordinated the
largest ever collective expulsion of Russian intelligence officers, fundamentally
degrading Russian intelligence capability for years to come. We also challenge Russia's
actions in Ukraine, in Syria, the Western Balkans and in cyber space. The United Kingdom
is committed to playing a leading role in continuing sanctions against Russia. Sanctions
are one of a range of measures we have taken, in concert with others, to defend our
security and enhance our capabilities against Russia's malign activity.</p>
Her Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the work of Habitat for
Humanity in the UK and abroad; and what consideration they have given to using (1)
self-build volunteer work, (2) revolving funds, and (3) interest-free mortgages, in
parts of England and Wales where there are urgent housing needs.
<p>I would like to take the opportunity to recognise the good work that Habitat for
Humanity do through their community house building and renovation projects, both in
the UK and abroad. MHCLG has considered a number of funding proposals for social investment
organisations to help finance community-led housebuilding schemes.</p><p>While discussions
are ongoing in some cases, no such investment has yet been made or agreed by MHCLG.
Ministers are considering all budgets in the round and allocations for future years
will be considered at the forthcoming Budget and Spending Review. While HM Treasury
usually leads on mortgage policy and regulation , MHCLG keeps various approaches to
increasing home ownership under review.</p>
