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Chinese Embassy: Planning Permission

Asked by James NaishLabourMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled Answered 17 June 2025UIN 58307

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, whether she has had discussions with the Secretary of State for the Home Department on the potential impact of the proposed Chinese embassy at Royal Mint Court on (a) policing and (b) public order.

Answered by Matthew Pennycook

As has been the case under successive administrations, government does not normally disclose details of internal discussions.

An independent Inspector held a public inquiry into the proposals, at which interested parties were able to put forward evidence and representations.

All material planning considerations will be taken into account in reaching a decision on this case.

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