Mandelson Scandal Rocks Starmer Government

The political row intensified following the sacking of senior civil servant Olly Robbins, who reportedly resisted the appointment.

Starmer has denied any wrongdoing, asserting that the vetting process was handled appropriately, but internal cabinet divisions are beginning to surface.

Opposition leaders, including Nigel Farage, have claimed the Prime Minister's credibility is 'shot to pieces' ahead of crucial local elections.

Parliament's Public Administration and Constitutional Affairs Committee has now summoned key advisers to testify about the decision-making process at Number 10.