UK espionage case
UK Government Releases Evidence in Failed China Espionage Case Amid Political Controversy
Oct 16, 2025 06:58 am CST
Prime Minister Keir Starmer's government has published evidence from the collapsed espionage case against two men accused of spying for China, amid growing controversy over why the prosecution failed. The release includes statements from the deputy national security adviser describing Chinese intelligence operations as a threat to UK security, while Conservatives demand full disclosure of all documents related to the case that has sparked tension between the government and prosecutors.
UK-China Espionage Case Collapses: Legal Technicalities and Political Accusations
Oct 09, 2025 09:08 am CST
A high-profile espionage case against two men accused of spying for China has collapsed due to legal technicalities related to the UK's Official Secrets Act. The case has sparked political controversy with accusations that Prime Minister Keir Starmer's government intentionally undermined the prosecution to maintain favorable trade relations with Beijing, highlighting Britain's ongoing challenge of balancing economic interests with national security concerns in its relationship with China.