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UK Government Faces Backlash Over Cash and Berry Case

10/28/2025

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The UK government faces scrutiny over the Cash and Berry case’s collapse under the Official Secrets Act.
Jonathan Powell, meeting chair appointed by Sir Keir Starmer, chaired a key meeting to discuss case handling and China relations.
Stephen Parkinson, Director of Public Prosecutions, said the case fell apart because Matt Collins did not label China as an enemy.
Conservatives allege political interference despite officials denying influence on the prosecution.

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The UK government faces scrutiny over the Cash and Berry case’s collapse under the Official Secrets Act.
Jonathan Powell, meeting chair appointed by Sir Keir Starmer, chaired a key meeting to discuss case handling and China relations.
Stephen Parkinson, Director of Public Prosecutions, said the case fell apart because Matt Collins did not label China as an enemy.
Conservatives allege political interference despite officials denying influence on the prosecution.