Lib Dems: Govt should expel Iranian diplomats who’ve assisted acts of terror if Iran is behind Fairford plot

1 Oct 2026

EMBARGO: Immediate Release

Responding as the Government has revealed it believes Iran played a part in the RAF Fairford incident, Liberal Democrat Foreign Affairs Spokesperson, Calum Miller MP, said:

“The security of our military bases is critical. The PM says Iran may be behind the threat to Fairford. If confirmed, the UK should expel all Iranian "diplomats" who have assisted acts of terror on UK soil - up to and including the Iranian Ambassador.”

ENDS

Notes to Editors:

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