4 d. ago 'See you at the High Court,' London residents' threat to Government in row over new China mega

Beijing is piling pressure on the Government to back the new super-embassy by threatening “consequences” if it does not do so.

Events

4 d. ago New WASPI update on calls for State Pension age compensation for millions of women

Dozens of MPs have urged DWP ministers to meet with WASPI campaigners ahead of a legal challenge.

Economics

1 week ago UK hits back after China warns of ‘consequences’ over London mega

UK hits back after China warns of ‘consequences’ over London mega-embassy delay  The Independent

Events

1 week ago China threatens UK with ‘consequences’ over delayed London mega embassy

Diplomatic tensions escalate amid rows over planning hold-ups and collapse of spying trialUK politics live – latest updatesTensions between Britain and China have escalated after Beijing criticised further delays to a planning decision on its proposed “mega embassy” in London.China’s ministry of foreign affairs expressed “grave concern and strong dissatisfaction” after Steve Reed, the housing secretary, pushed back his final decision on the proposal until 10 December. Continue reading...

Events

3 w. ago Campaigners urge MPs not to cave in to 'Beijing bullies' as China turns off water taps for British diplomats in bid to force UK government to approve London 'mega

The ploy is said to be the latest tactic by President Xi Jinping to ensure he gets approval for his plans to build a complex at Royal Mint Court in the City.

Politics

3 w. ago Water torture... China turns off the taps for British diplomats after row over 'mega

The ploy is said to be the latest tactic by President Xi Jinping to ensure he gets approval for his plans to build a complex at Royal Mint Court in the City.

Politics