asked Her Majesty’s Government:

What recent discussions they have had with the Metropolitan Police concerning the matters surrounding the death of Alexander Litvinenko and their implications; and what was the outcome. [HL3048]

I refer the noble Lord to the response provided to the Chamber on 26 February 2007. The Metropolitan Police continue to liaise with Russian investigators concerning Mr Litvinenko’s death, but, as this remains an ongoing investigation, I am unable to disclose any further information at this stage.