Starmer faces Mandelson vetting crisis

The controversy surrounding Lord Mandelson's appointment has escalated into a major political crisis for the Labour government.

Reports suggest that senior civil servants were aware of the failed vetting weeks ago but did not immediately inform the Prime Minister due to legal checks.

Sir Keir Starmer maintains he would have blocked the appointment had he known the full details of the security advice.

The Prime Minister is scheduled to address the House of Commons on Monday as calls for transparency and resignations grow louder.