The UK has announced a new package of sanctions against Belarus, including about £60 million worth of imports and exports of goods.

The new economic, trade and transport sanctions announced by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) include a ban on the import of Belarusian iron and steel, as well as a ban on the export of refined petroleum products, advanced technological components and luxury goods.

The sanctions will take effect on Tuesday. They will also ban Belarusian companies from issuing debt and securities in London, FCDO reports.