Note shows No. 10 told Starmer to wait for security clearances before appointing Mandelson
Two officials in Starmer's office suggested holding off naming a new ambassador until after Trump took office.
Mandelson vetting scandal pressures Starmer
- I’ve covered Labour for decades – ask me anything about what happens next for Starmer The Independent —
- FactCheck: did Starmer mislead Parliament more than once over Mandelson’s security vetting? Channel 4 News —
- Ministers speak out in cabinet meeting over Keir Starmer’s sacking of Olly Robbins The Guardian —
- How Olly Robbins’ knightly charm glossed over burning questions on Mandelson vetting The Guardian —
- Mandelson vetting scandal LIVE: Starmer under pressure over Olly Robbins fallout ahead of PMQs Mirror —