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Financial sanctions update: OFSI updates Russia guidance

Link(s):Microsoft Word – Russia guidance September 2022 (publishing.service.gov.uk)

Context

OFSI has updated its Russia guidance adding 3 new questions.

Key points to note

  • Questions 24 to 26 further clarify how to use the food security licensing provision in the Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019, particularly with regard to providing insurance. 
  • Question 24 states “Insurers may apply for a licence from OFSI under the food security purpose within the Regulations”

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