In response to Russian military action in Ukraine, Western allies and other partners across the globe have imposed an unprecedented package of coordinated sanctions against Russia. What has been announced so far and are further measures likely? This briefing paper should be taken as correct at the time of writing.
This page features Commons Library publications relevant to the current crisis in Ukraine.
Household debt: Data on the latest household debt statistics, including net lending, mortgage interest rates and insolvencies.
Research Briefing
This briefing paper gives statistics on access to cash and banks. It includes figures on cash use, access to cash, bank and building society branches, post office and ATM statistics.
Research Briefing
An overview of initiatives to support businesses through the coronavirus pandemic.
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An overview of what central bank digital currencies are, what they might offer, and progress on developing them.
Research Briefing
Economic crime costs the UK billions per year. This briefing discusses UK Government efforts to tackle it, including its 2019-2022 Economic Crime Plan.
Research Briefing
Widespread sanctions have been imposed on Russia for its actions in Ukraine. But there have also been calls for the Government to go further and bring forward long-awaited proposals on countering foreign influence in the UK.
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An overview of policy relating to the closure of bank and building society branches and to efforts to protect access to cash.
Debate Pack
A Westminster Hall debate on 'People affected by the Midas Financial Solutions collapse' has been scheduled for Tuesday 22 March 2022 from 9.30 to 11.00am. The debate has been initiated by Alistair Carmichael MP.
Research Briefing
The UK has imposed sanctions against Russia. This paper describes how these sanctions apply in the UK's Overseas Territories.
Research Briefing
An Act to expand the scope of an existing scheme that enables dormant assets to be spent on good causes. Royal Assent was obtained on 24 February 2022.
Research Briefing
The Politically Exposed Persons Regime requires political figures, their families and associates to pass extra checks when using certain services.
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An overview of how many mortgage-holders became trapped in expensive deals, and of efforts made to help resolve the situation.
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This briefing discusses the circumstances in which corporates can commit crimes in England and Wales, setting out recent developments and proposals for reform.
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