Summary
Several UK newspapers report on the collapse of a case against two men accused of spying for China. The case failed because the government did not provide necessary evidence, as China was not officially considered a security threat during the time of the alleged activities. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer explained that the lack of evidence was due to the government's stance on China at the time.
Key Facts
- Two men were accused of spying for China in the UK.
- The case was dropped because the government did not provide evidence.
- Stephen Parkinson, the director of public prosecutions, commented on the case's collapse.
- The government had not classified China as an active security threat at the time of the alleged spying.
- Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer stated the issue predates Labour's current government.
- Some newspapers criticize the government for not answering requests for evidence related to the case.
