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Asked by Martin WrigleyLiberal DemocratDepartment for TransportTabled Answered 7 February 2025UIN 27704

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, if she will make an estimate of the number of Russian shadow fleet vessels that have entered UK waters in the last 12 months.

Answered by Mike Kane

The UK Government proactively monitors a variety of vessels of interest in UK waters to ensure the safety of seafarers, protect the marine environment, and for national security purposes.

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