No outside pressure to drop China spying charges, says CPS head

In a statement, the head of the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) in the UK has asserted that there was no external pressure to drop charges against two individuals accused of spying for China. The CPS had considered alternative charges but determined that none were appropriate. The charges, which relate to the alleged provision of information to the Chinese government, have been the subject of public scrutiny. However, the CPS head maintained that the decision to pursue the charges was made solely based on the evidence and the application of the law, without any outside influence. The statement emphasizes the CPS's independence in making such decisions and its commitment to upholding the rule of law, regardless of the political or diplomatic implications. It underscores the seriousness with which the CPS approaches cases involving national security and espionage, ensuring that any prosecutions are conducted in a fair and impartial manner.