UK’s terror law watchdog ‘investigating’ after collapse of China spy case

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer speaks to the media during a press conference in Mumbai (Stefan Rousseau/PA) - (PA Wire)

The UK’s terror law watchdog has insisted China is a “threat to national security” and he is investigating the matter after the collapse of the trial of alleged Chinese spies.

Jonathan Hall KC suggested the explanation given on the matter was inadequate and the public deserved fuller clarity, as Sir Keir Starmer meanwhile insisted no ministers were involved in the pulling of the case.