The Labour Party has issued criticism regarding the dual roles held by Lord Wolfson, a shadow minister aligned with the Conservative Party, who is also acting as a lawyer for Roman Abramovich, a Russian billionaire. The party describes this situation as ’indefensible,’ citing concerns about conflicts of interest and the appropriate boundaries between political responsibilities and legal representation in high-profile international cases. The controversy arises from the potential for conflicts of interest to influence political decision-making or to compromise the integrity of parliamentary procedures. Proponents of the arrangement argue that legal representation and political duties can coexist if properly managed, but critics suggest that such dual roles undermine public trust and transparency, especially in cases involving international sanctions or diplomatic sensitivities. The issue highlights ongoing debates about the separation of legal and political spheres within government structures and the importance of clear ethical boundaries in public service.