MI5 accepts it gave evidence based on lies in neo-Nazi spy case

Author: bbc.co.ukPublished on: September 18, 2026Country: United Kingdom
Crime & Law
MI5 accepts it gave evidence based on lies in neo-Nazi spy case

MI5 has acknowledged that it provided false evidence to three courts regarding a neo-Nazi spy, as revealed by a BBC investigation. During a High Court hearing in London, MI5's lawyer, Timothy Otty KC, stated that the agency fully accepts the findings of a critical report by Sir John Goldring. The report highlighted repeated lies by certain MI5 agents and systemic failures in their conduct. MI5 has committed to reforming its organization under the leadership of Sir Ken McCallum.

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