Met police ‘maintain concerns’ about China super-embassy plan

theguardian.comPublished: 4/28/2025

Summary

China's proposed "super-embassy" in London has sparked controversy as local authorities warn that large protests involving thousands of people could disrupt traffic near Tower Bridge. Despite initial objections from the Metropolitan Police Service, which later withdrew its formal opposition after re-examining a technical document suggesting adequate space for large gatherings, concerns remain about public safety and infrastructure impact. The government remains undecided, with ongoing discussions between political parties and residents as the project moves forward.