London's Piracy Links

Another feather in the cap for London's reputation as a haven for dodgy dealings. Evidence has been leaked to a Spanish radio station that Somali piracy is receiving considerable help from sources unknown in London. Satellite phones are being deployed in the Gulf to gain information about the juiciest cargoes and the easiest prey. Now whilst it is true that Britain has given the world some of its most colourful pirates and famous spies, isn't it really time to start cracking down? Gentlemen, we're sure you have the technology. (Image/Simon Crubellier)