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Written question asked by Mike Wood (Conservative) on Friday, 28 August 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 2 September 2026. It was answered by Chris Elmore (Labour) on Monday, 7 September 2026 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.


Chinese Embassy

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, whether his Department has discussed the building of a new Chinese Embassy in London with the Chinese Government by HM Government since July 2024.

Answer

The planning decision on the proposed Chinese Embassy at Royal Mint Court was taken independently by the then Secretary of State for Housing, Steve Reed. Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office officials speak regularly with the Chinese officials about a range of issues.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
20919
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Construction Greater London Chinese Embassy
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk