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Systemic Failures Blamed for Collapse of Spy Case

12/3/2025

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Joint Committee on the National Security Strategy (JCNSS) found systemic failures led to collapse of the case against two alleged Chinese spies Christopher Cash and Christopher Berry.
The committee criticized the Government and the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) for confusion and poor communication.
The CPS dropped charges due to insufficient evidence, and the report urged legislation and better handling of sensitive cases, including concerns about a Chinese embassy in London.

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Joint Committee on the National Security Strategy (JCNSS) found systemic failures led to collapse of the case against two alleged Chinese spies Christopher Cash and Christopher Berry.
The committee criticized the Government and the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) for confusion and poor communication.
The CPS dropped charges due to insufficient evidence, and the report urged legislation and better handling of sensitive cases, including concerns about a Chinese embassy in London.