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China warns UK of 'consequences' over mega-embassy delays
The UK government postponed the embassy decision to Dec 10 amid espionage concerns and political pressure, with the proposed site being Europe’s largest embassy at 20,000 sqm.
- On Friday, Housing Secretary Steve Reed pushed back the planning decision to December 10, further delaying the ruling on the proposed Chinese embassy at Royal Mint Court.
- Security concerns about the site and its proximity to critical infrastructure drove scrutiny of the plans, with Tower Hamlets Council rejecting Beijing's application in 2022 before the UK government housing department took over last year.
- At 20,000 square metres, the proposed complex would be the biggest embassy in Europe and includes offices, a large basement, housing for 200 staff, plus a tunnel connecting buildings.
- Beijing's foreign ministry warned of 'consequences' and said the delay breached UK commitments, while PM's official spokesman said, `In terms of the planning process, as set out yesterday, this is a decision that is independent of the rest of government`.
- The dispute complicates attempts to thaw China-UK relations while parties press for rejection, with Conservatives and Liberal Democrats citing risks to City of London data networks.
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