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Republic of Ireland: Aluminium

Asked by Priti PatelConservativeForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled Answered 29 June 2026UIN 12101

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, whether she has had discussions with her (i) Irish and (ii) EU counterparts regarding the Aughinish Alumina refinery and reported links to Putin.

Answered by Stephen Doughty

Further to the answer provided on 11 June in response to Question 7960, the Foreign Secretary met her Irish counterpart on 22 June, and discussed the efforts both countries are making to support Ukraine, and maximise pressure on Russia's war economy.

The UK remains committed to working closely with allies and partners around the world, including the EU and other European partners, to amplify the impact and strength of our sanctions, and economic pressure on Russia.

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