New UK trade sanctions to restrict Russian access to UK PR services
The UK Government has this afternoon announced new sanctions against Russia and Belarus aimed at restricting Russia's access to the UK's management consulting, accounting and PR services. These new sanctions are designed to complement similar announcements by allies including the European Union (EU).
The CIPR met with representatives from the Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy (BEIS) last week to discuss these sanctions and their impact on the public relations industry.
The PR industry has taken steps to withdraw from Russia since the invasion began two months ago. These new measures clarify that no British PR businesses may continue to operate in Russia. We were pleased to have the opportunity to meet with the trade team at BEIS last week to discuss these sanctions and the impact they may have on the industry. Members are reminded that failure to adhere to the sanctions enacted in their respective countries is a breach of the CIPR code of conduct and may result in loss of membership.
- The CIPR has previously issued this statement on Ukraine.
- The CIPR is part of a coalition of organisations that has issued a statement on the invasion of Ukraine.
- The CIPR has welcomed the clampdown on foreign lobbyists in light of the Russian invasion.
- The CIPR is supporting the Ukraine Communications Support Network (UCSN).
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