Labour MP’s husband among three arrested in UK China spy probe

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Three men were arrested in London and Wales on suspicion of spying for China under the National Security Act; one arrestee is the partner of Labour MP Joani Reid. Reid says she and her family are not involved and should not be subjected to media intrusion, stressing she has never engaged with China-related matters in Parliament. The Met says there is no imminent threat and all suspects remain in custody as searches are conducted; the case highlights concerns about foreign interference and UK-China relations as authorities continue investigations.
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