DEVELOPING: Commons Left Exposed to Espionage as Charges Dropped, Speaker Warns

BREAKING NEWS: Commons Left Exposed to Espionage as Charges Dropped, Speaker Warns Two men accused of spying for China have had their charges dropped, sparking concerns that parliament is vulnerable to espionage. Christopher Berry and Christopher Cash were charged under the Official Secrets Act in January this year. The decision has left the House of Commons exposed to potential security threats, according to Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle. He told The Times he takes the security of the house "incredibly seriously" and is considering launching a private action against the pair. The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) dropped the charges after reviewing the evidence. The Home Office has criticized the decision, calling it "disappointing" given the seriousness of the allegations. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's official spokesman said any attempt by a foreign power to infiltrate parliament or democracy is unacceptable. The incident highlights concerns about China's alleged espionage activities in the UK. This is a developing story and we will provide updates as more information becomes available. *This is a developing story. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Based on reporting from Bbc.*