Also, British sanctions could apply to people who have benefited from the "support of the Russian government" in light of the Ukrainian crisis, the channel said.

The relevant amendment to the law on sanctions specifies that the measures may concern persons involved in sectors of strategic importance, including financial, chemical, defense, energy, electronics and others.

As the Russian Foreign Ministry recalled earlier, Moscow's response to possible London sanctions will be tough and measured.

According to the head of the British Foreign Office, Liz Truss, Brittany has prepared "the toughest sanctions regime" for Russia in response to "aggression against Ukraine."

According to her, "there will be nowhere to hide."

The new bill will allow to freeze the assets of Russian companies in Britain.