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The Latest Breaking News from MI5

UK approves Chinese ‘mega embassy’ in London after reassurances from spy chiefs

Critics expected to mount legal challenge to plans for vast complex at Royal Mint Court amid security concerns

The Guardian - UK

‘There can be no exclusions’: how Hillsborough law hit a roadblock

What was meant to be a triumph for Keir Starmer has become mired in disagreement with victims’ families

The Guardian - UK

Chinese ‘super-embassy’ could be ‘advantageous’ to national security, former MI5 boss claims

Ministers have promised to decide on planning permission by 20 January amid mounting concern over the security implications

The Independent UK

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Why a Chinese ‘mega embassy’ is not such a worry for British spies

Politicians are raising the alarm, while MI5 quietly welcomes the prospect of Beijing’s new London facility

The Guardian - UK

Labour MPs could rebel over Hillsborough law after talks with families break down

Families are concerned about possibility for intelligence services to veto officers giving evidence after disasters

The Guardian - UK

Hillsborough law to be delayed over security services concerns

Ministers hope to reach compromise after MPs and families said bill went too far in shielding intelligence officers

The Guardian - UK

UK ministers should explain compensation payment to Guantánamo detainee, Dominic Grieve says

Former attorney general urges more clarity on British spy agencies’ role in Abu Zubaydah’s torture by CIA

The Guardian - UK

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Black Ops Season 2 on BBC One review: these jokes have teeth

4/5 Our heroes are back to create more chaos – but there’s more going on in this whip-smart series than just good gags

Evening Standard

How to watch 'Black Ops' series 2 — stream police comedy online from anywhere

The chaotic duo Dom and Kay return to face a bigger challenge. Here's how to watch 'Black Ops' series 2 online from anywhere in the world.

Tom’s Guide

Met terror police review allegations over new Chinese super-embassy in London

China’s controversial plans to build a mega-embassy next to the Tower of London are expected to be approved by ministers this month

Evening Standard

Manchester Arena families say MI5 can’t be trusted

‘How many times must MI5 show that it cannot be trusted before something is done?’

The Independent UK

Families affected by Manchester Arena attack say MI5 must be more open to scrutiny

In a letter to Keir Starmer, they say MI5 failed them and the Security Service must be included in a law to stop cover-ups

The Guardian - UK

Spycops sent thousands of surveillance reports to MI5, inquiry documents reveal

Security Service was able to compile detailed files on members of legitimate protest groups infiltrated by undercover police officers

The Guardian - UK

UK turned down Ireland’s request for Sellafield threat intel

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The Independent UK

Tony Blair refused to share intelligence with Ireland over Sellafield threat, archives show

Newly declassified files reveal details on the aftermath of the 2004 Madrid train bombing

The Independent UK

Blair refused intelligence-sharing with Ireland over Sellafield threat

Newly-released files show MI5 warned against sharing secret intelligence on terrorist threat with Dublin.

The Conversation

A story about North Korea and Japan, an exhilarating political film and a funny spy thriller – the three best releases of 2025

In 2025, there was a lot of excellent art and culture to rave about.

Euronews

UK to investigate foreign interference in politics after Russia bribery scandal

An independent review has been ordered in response to the conviction of former Reform UK lawmaker Nathan Gill for accepting bribes from Russia.

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The Independent UK

UK must stop ‘dragging heels’ over China threat, intelligence watchdog warns

It comes amid ongoing disquiet following the collapse of a Chinese spying case and warnings by MI5 of the threat posed by the communist state to UK national security

The Guardian - UK

‘We wrote it living on Tesco sandwiches and anxiety attacks!’ How Operation Mincemeat conquered the world

It started out as a fringe musical about an outlandish war plan – and became a West End and Broadway smash. As the show hits China, Australia and Mexico, its ‘nerd’ creators explain how they went global with a box of hats and a dream

Evening Standard

MI5 has ‘blind spot’ over Northern Ireland Troubles, Boutcher says

The Chief Constable faced questions at the Policing Board following the publication of the Operation Kenova report into the agent Stakeknife.

Evening Standard

Security guarantees needed before Stakeknife is named – Burghart

Pressure is growing on the Government to name Stakeknife after the publication of the final report from Operation Kenova.

International Business Times UK

Shocking MI5 Revelations: Freddie Scappaticci and the Spy Cover-Up That Failed the Public

MI5's failure to disclose Freddie Scappaticci's role as Stakeknife shocks the public. Operation Kenova reveals the truth behind the IRA spy cover-up.

The Independent UK

Storm Bram: ‘Very dangerous’ winds cause travel disruption and power outages

Gusts of up to 119kmh (74mph) were recorded amid general wind speeds of up to 78kmh (48.5mph) at 1pm at the weather station at Sherkin Island.

The Independent UK

‘Hold Israel accountable,’ detained Irish citizens tell committee

‘If another country had kidnapped Irish citizens, what would we have done?’ the committee was asked.

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