Scottish Greens call for Expulsion of Russian Consul-General
The Scottish Greens have called for the UK Government to expel Russia’s Consul-General in Edinburgh from the country as part of the response to Putin’s invasion of Ukraine.
Scottish Greens external affairs spokesperson Ross Greer said:
“Russia has committed unquestionable war crimes in Ukraine. The growing package of sanctions and diplomatic measures being taken in response should include the expulsion of a number of Russian government officials from Ukraine’s allies, including the UK.
"Putin has used his diplomatic network to spread lies and disinformation, including outright denials that an invasion was coming. Russian citizens in Scotland, who are certainly not to blame for the Kremlin’s actions, can continue receiving any support they need without the consul-general himself being present. No stone should be left unturned in our efforts to maximise the pressure felt by Putin and those around him.”