Written question asked by Lee Anderson (Reform UK) on Friday, 20 February 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 24 February 2026. It was answered by Seema Malhotra (Labour) on Wednesday, 4 March 2026 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.
Chinese Embassy: Planning Permission
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, whether she engaged with (a) the Security Service and (b) other security agencies prior to the approval of the planned Chinese Embassy by the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government.
- Answer
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I refer the Hon Member to the statement made by the Security Minister on 20 January.
Secondary information
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- Written question
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- 114182
- Session
- 2024-26
- Related items
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- Yes
- Subjects
- Intelligence services Planning permission Chinese Embassy
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