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National Security Adviser: China

Commons · Question 113499 · Tabled 20 Feb 2026 · Cabinet Office · Official record

Answered 10 Mar 2026

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Asked by Mark Pritchard

To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, what information his Department holds on the number of former (a) National Security Advisers and (b) Deputy National Security Advisers since 2005 who advise (i) Chinese registered companies and (ii) subsidiaries

Answer

Answered by Nick Thomas-Symonds, 10 Mar 2026

Crown servants are subject to the Business Appointment Rules when accepting new appointments outside government after Crown service. For the most senior Crown servants, if an applicant has made an application for advice and the role is subsequently taken ...