Tribunal Orders Release of Documents Linking Prince Andrew’s Aide to Alleged Chinese Spy

A UK tribunal ruled to disclose a witness statement by Dominic Hampshire and select commercial details about Yang Tengbo, citing public interest and open justice principles.

Yang Tengbo, accused of being a Chinese spy, was excluded from the UK in 2023 on national security grounds, a decision upheld by the Special Immigration Appeals Commission (SIAC).
The tribunal ruled that Dominic Hampshire’s witness statement, which references his work with Prince Andrew and dealings with Yang, can be made public despite claims of confidentiality.
The judgment emphasized the principle of open justice, stating that the public interest in transparency outweighs potential embarrassment or expectations of discretion.
Commercial information about Yang Tengbo’s business dealings with Prince Andrew will also be disclosed, while personal details about Yang will remain confidential to prevent harm.
The documents, including Hampshire’s statement, are expected to be released by April 4, 2025, unless an appeal is filed.