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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
David Hughes

Commons Speaker Hoyle warns of prejudice risk if China spy suspect named

PA Wire

MPs have been urged not to name the parliamentary researcher arrested on suspicion of spying for China to avoid the risk of prejudice.

Commons Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle warned that discussing the identities of those involved could hamper any future prosecution.

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