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Publication of the Intelligence and Security Committee’s Iran Report

Written ministerial statementMade by Sir Keir StarmerPrime MinisterPrime MinisterHCWS803

The Intelligence and Security Committee of Parliament has today laid before Parliament a report entitled “Iran”, examining the Iranian threat to the UK and the UK’s response.

The Committee’s inquiry began in 2021 and concluded taking evidence in August 2023.

The Government recognises and welcomes the independent and important oversight provided by the Committee. I thank the Committee for the comprehensive and detailed nature of the report and the extensive work behind it.

The Government will consider the Committee’s recommendations carefully and respond in full, in due course.

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