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Editorial: Dispelling confusion about the collapsed case would build confidence that the government has a coherent policy

The UK government denies claims it sabotaged a high-profile China spy case after charges against two men were dropped. Critics allege political interference and a cover-up to protect ties with Beijing—fueling demands for transparency and urgent reform of Britain's espionage laws.

Downing Street said it is ‘entirely false’ to suggest such concerns influenced the collapse of the espionage case.

Audiences will obviously be aware the secret plan to kill John Paul II did not succeed, but despite a baggy narrative the high-stakes espionage is still compelling