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Written question asked by Lord Kempsell (Conservative) on Tuesday, 21 October 2025, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 4 November 2025. It was answered by Baroness Anderson of Stoke-on-Trent (Labour) on Tuesday, 28 October 2025 on behalf of the Cabinet Office.


National Security Adviser: China

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government which officials of the government of China Jonathan Powell has met during his term as National Security Adviser; and whether they will publish a summary of the content of those meetings.

Answer

The government has a clear and consistent policy not to comment on any of the National Security Adviser’s meetings with external parties, for obvious reasons to protect sensitive information pertaining to this country’s national security. This has been the case under successive governments.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL11191
Session
2024-26
Subjects
China Meetings Powell, Jonathan National Security Adviser
Link
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