British Lawmaker’s Husband Arrested on Suspicion of Spying for China

The investigation heightens espionage concerns as plans of a Chinese super embassy go ahead.
British Lawmaker’s Husband Arrested on Suspicion of Spying for China
A member of the Metropolitan Police patrols the Oxford Street retail district in London on Oct. 2, 2025. Leon Neal/Getty Images
Eva Fu
Eva Fu
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London police have arrested a British lawmaker’s husband over Chinese espionage concerns, prompting the legislator to step aside amid ongoing probes.

The lawmaker, Labor Party whip Joani Reid, has agreed to fully cooperate with her party’s investigation, according to a party spokesperson. Her membership is under suspension amid the probe while she remains an elected lawmaker.

Eva Fu
Eva Fu
Reporter
Eva Fu is an award-winning, New York-based journalist for The Epoch Times focusing on U.S. politics, U.S.-China relations, religious freedom, and human rights. Contact Eva at [email protected]
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