Commons open to espionage after China spying charges dropped, says speaker

The Commons could be vulnerable to espionage after charges against two men accused of spying for China were dropped, says Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle. The decision has sparked concerns about security, with the Home Office calling it "disappointing" and the Prime Minister's spokesman stating that infiltration attempts into Parliament are unacceptable. The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) dropped the charges due to not meeting the evidential threshold, sparking criticism from officials. This development could open the door to foreign actors trying to spy on the House, according to reports.