China confirms detention of UK worker in Hong Kong

China has confirmed the detention of a worker at the UK’s Hong Kong consulate at the border for allegedly violating the law.

Reports say Simon Cheng, who is thought to be from Hong Kong, went missing on 8 August during a business trip.

China’s foreign ministry said Mr Cheng was detained at Shenzhen.

China said Mr Cheng had been detained for 15 days for violating public security management regulations, although the foreign ministry gave no details of the alleged offence.

The UK said it was extremely concerned and the embassy in Beijing was providing support to his family.