UK introduces new sectoral sanctions measures against Iran, expanding restrictions on finance, trade and transport to further constrain Iran’s nuclear programme and related activity

The measures restrict access to the UK financial system and introduce new prohibitions covering energy, software, metals, gold, shipping, insurance and banking, while also expanding controls on goods and technology linked to Iran’s nuclear and conventional weapons capabilities. The regime also strengthens powers to target ships and restricts Iranian aircraft from landing in the UK, subject to exemptions…