Labour approves plans for China's 'super embassy' despite backlash from MPs

Jan 20, 2026 - 11:14
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Labour approves plans for China's 'super embassy' despite backlash from MPs

Labour has approved plans for China's controversial new "super-embassy" in central London.

The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) has green lit the plans for the building at Royal Mint Court despite criticism from MPs and campaigners over its security implications.


Critics had called on the Government to reject the plans over security concerns, with local residents raising money to launch a judicial review against the project.

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\u200bA security sign is displayed on a fence at Royal Mint Court, the proposed site of China's new UK embassy