"The excuses factory has been working overtime. But most people have already made up their minds. No one can possibly have been quite so half-witted as to not take an interest in the security vetting of a man almost everyone knew to be so controversial."
"Just supposing for a minute that the Downing Street version is true. That senior officials covered up the security vetting and approved Mandy's appointment just because they thought that was what No 10 would like them to do."
"To imagine that everything happened exactly as Downing Street would have us believe does not just involve a collective suspension of reality. A journey into a parallel."
Keir Starmer's approach to controversial appointments has led to skepticism regarding the government's transparency and accountability. The narrative surrounding the security vetting of a controversial figure, who had previously faced serious allegations, suggests a lack of due diligence. The excuses provided by No 10 appear implausible, leading to doubts about the competence of officials involved. The situation reflects a broader issue of trust in government, as many believe that the explanations offered are not credible and indicate a deeper problem within the administration.
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