March 2, 2022
11:56 am
Prime Ministers Questions
Catch-up
PMQs – PMQs Ends, dirty Russian money in UK
PMQs – No evidence Russia interference in UK elections says PM
“No government doing more to root out corrupt money” – PM
PMQs – PM says more sanctions to come
PMQs – Boris Johnson announces further military support for Ukraine
PMQs Live – PM says he will publish Sue Gray report when he receives it
PMQs Live – Will PM refer ‘party’ to police?
PMQs Live – BREAKING: Photo of PM at Christmas quiz emerges
Economic crime bill
Starmer now says the register of ownership included in the economic crime bill will not come into effect for 18 months – Why are oligarchs getting 18 months to sell their properties?
PM dodges the question and claims the UK is leading the way – pointing to sanctions and the Russian stock market not being able to open for three days in a row.
Chelsea FC owner Roman Abramovich to be sanctioned – Starmer
Starmer says Abramovich is a person of interest to the Home Office because of his links to corrupt practise – he asks why isn’t Abramovich subject to sanctions.
PM says it is not appropriate to discuss individual cases. He points out that sanctions are working and having a great impact, adding the govt will subsequently publish a full list of people associated with the Putin regime (who will be sanctioned he implies.)
PM announces £20 million
The PM says Putin has “miscalculated and underestimated” the resolve of the world in opposing him. He also announces an appeal for Ukraine is being launched today and every pound donated will be matched by the government – starting with £20m.
Ukrainian Ambassador at Commons
Ukrainian ambassador to UK in Commons for PMQs – receives standing ovation.
Prime Minister’s Questions Live – 02/03/2022
This week’s Prime Minister’s Questions – follow along live – here
What time is PMQs today? Watch live as Boris Johnson faces Prime Minister’s Questions amid Russia-Ukraine war
The Prime Minister has ruled out installing a no-fly zone over Ukraine, as this would mean having to shoot down Russian planes, potentially drastically escalating the situation.
Boris Johnson and Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer will face off at Prime Minister’s Questions today, as Russia continues to launch attacks on Ukraine.
What time is PMQs today?
PMQs will start at its usual time of midday, with the session lasting for around half an hour.
How can I watch PMQs live?
You’ll be able to watch all the action via a live stream on this page.
PMQs is also broadcast live on the UK Parliament YouTube channel.
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