Conservative councillor Simon Whelband received a suspicious job offer on LinkedIn, believed to be from Chinas intelligence services. This incident, along with recent warnings from MI5, highlights growing concerns about foreign actors targeting UK politicians and their staff. The UK faces a challenge balancing its relationship with China, seen as both a partner and a potential threat.

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