Officials have been warned to avoid known surveillance hotspots in Westminster, including St James's Park and nearby pubs, due to the presence of Chinese agents.

Chinese agents view Commons researchers as vulnerable targets for intelligence gathering, alongside spies from Russia and Iran.

Sources indicate that devices have been concealed in bushes and under benches in St James's Park, which is frequently visited by civil servants and researchers.

The revelations come amid ongoing debates about whether China should be classified as a national security threat in the UK.

Concerns extend to the military health sector, where doctors treating service personnel have been advised to avoid mobile phones during consultations due to hacking attempts aimed at sensitive patient data.

A senior source emphasized the urgent need to recognize the serious nature of Chinese espionage and its expanding influence in the UK.

Security chiefs have issued warnings about Chinese spies bugging public spaces in London, including parks and pubs, to gather sensitive government information.

Locations such as St James's Park, the historic Red Lion pub, and luxury hotels like The Corinthia and Raffles have been identified as hotspots for Chinese surveillance activities.

Chinese intelligence agents are reportedly targeting British political figures by placing surveillance devices in central London, particularly near key government buildings.

Parliament has become a frequent target of cyber attacks from hostile states, with MPs who criticize China facing increased hacking attempts.

To address these threats, security briefings are regularly issued to parliamentarians, especially those critical of China.

Shadow Home Secretary Chris Philp criticized the government for excluding China from national security discussions, arguing it undermines monitoring efforts.