Mandelson vetting scandal pressures Starmer

The 'Mandelson scandal' has deepened following explosive testimony from Sir Olly Robbins, who was recently sacked by the Prime Minister.

Robbins told the Foreign Affairs Committee that No 10 maintained a 'dismissive attitude' toward the vetting process and explored ways to bypass standard security protocols.

The controversy centers on Mandelson's past ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, which led to his initial rejection by security services.

Labour backbenchers are reportedly questioning Starmer's judgment as the story continues to dominate the political agenda ahead of local elections.