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<p>On 6 July the UK Government established the Global Human Rights ('Magnitsky') sanctions
regime by laying regulations in Parliament under the Sanctions and Anti-Money Laundering
Act 2018. This sanctions regime enables the UK to hold to account those involved in
serious human rights violations or abuses.</p><p>As the Foreign Secretary announced
to the House, work is underway to consider how a corruption regime could be added
to our armoury. Sanctions are powerful tools, capable of having a significant impact,
and complex to design. We are taking the time to ensure we get them right.</p>
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