THE HISTORY OF POLITICAL SPIES IN THE BRITISH PARLIAMENT. The story of political espionage within the British Parliament is a story of power, secrecy, and the unyielding quest for national security. From the shadowy corridors of the Elizabethan court to the digital-age complexities of cyber intelligence, espionage has played a critical role in shaping British politics and policy. This book unearths the delicate interplay between intelligence and politics, revealing how spies have manoeuvred through the highest echelons of power, how their actions have influenced policy and public trust, and how Parliament has continuously sought to understand, regulate, and ultimately control this invisible force. Chapter 1: Setting the Stage – The History of Spying in Britain Chapter 2: The Early Years – 17th to 19th Century Espionage Chapter 3: The Great Game – Victorian Political Spies Chapter 4: Spies in the Shadow of War – World War I & II Chapter 5: Cold War Espionage in Parliament Chapter 6: The Modern Era – Spying in the Age of Terrorism Chapter 7: Notable Cases and Scandals Chapter 8: Inside Parliament’s Intelligence Oversight Chapter 9: Spying in the Digital Age Chapter 10: Reflections on Political Spies – Past, Present, and Future Chapter 11: Recruitment, Defectors, Entrapment and Denials. Chapter 12: MPs and Peers who have worked for the British intelligence services.