British politicians say Chinese government official “active” in parliament Local News


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British politicians say Chinese government official “ active ” in parliament | Business Top stories | News Today Ian Duncan Smith , former leader of the ruling Conservative Party, said the situation came to light by MI5, Britain’s counterintelligence service, which warned House Speaker Lindsay Hoyle. Duncan Smith said lawmakers were told the agent was active in Parliament and worked with a UK lawmaker. “This is a matter of great concern,” he said . CNN has contacted the Chinese Embassy in London for comment. Duncan Smith demanded that in light of the incident, parliament consider stepping up security and deporting...