Rayner asks China to explain redacted embassy plans

Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner gives China two weeks to explain redacted plans for a new mega-embassy in London near the financial district, amid espionage and security concerns. Residents fear potential security risks and protests around the site. Planning consultants representing the Chinese embassy are asked to clarify blacked-out drawings as a final decision on the controversial plans is expected by 9 September. Pro-democracy campaigners express fears of harassment and detainment at the proposed embassy, while concerns arise over potential infiltration into the UK's financial system.