Sat. Aug 9th, 2025
China’s Proposed Embassy Site Sparks Debate: A Visual Overview

The BBC’s Damian Grammaticas reports on the escalating controversy surrounding China’s proposed mega-embassy.

Concerns have been raised that the sheer scale and strategic location of Beijing’s planned embassy, situated near London’s financial district, could present a significant espionage risk.

In response, Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner has issued a two-week deadline for China to provide clarifications on specific aspects of the development proposal.

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MPs are debating the third reading of the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill.

Baroness Casey told the BBC that “we need to reset” the commitment to looking after children.

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Chancellor Rachel Reeves has delivered her Spending Review, setting out budgets for government departments.

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Keir Starmer apologises to Plaid Cymru’s leader in Westminster for being “overly rude” to her.

The prime minister refused to set a cap on immigration but has promised it will fall “significantly”.

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Mel Stride says Rachel Reeves is responsible for the UK’s growth estimate for 2025 being halved.

Henry Zeffman explains what you need to know about the Spring Statement.

The Chancellor said those who can’t work “should be properly supported”.

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The prime minister pays a rare visit to the crew of HMS Vanguard, as the submarine returns to UK waters after more than 200 days of patrol.

Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall tells MPs the status quo is “unacceptable”, but not “inevitable”.

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