"We need to get to the bottom of exactly what Keir Starmer knew when, and whether he intentionally misled parliament over this appalling scandal. The public deserves the truth, not another cover-up."
"If it turns out that Starmer was aware at the time that Mandelson's security vetting was overruled, that would represent a major abuse of power and a betrayal of the national interest."
"The prime minister is as furious as everybody else, because he would expect to have been told that UK security vetting did not recommend Peter Mandelson to be appointed."
Ed Davey has called for an investigation into whether Keir Starmer misled parliament about Peter Mandelson's appointment as ambassador to Washington. The prime minister faces scrutiny over his knowledge of the security vetting process, which recommended denying Mandelson security clearance. Starmer recently dismissed Olly Robbins, a senior civil servant, amid the controversy. Davey emphasized the need for transparency and accountability, stating that if Starmer was aware of the security vetting issues, it would signify a serious abuse of power. The Lib Dems plan to push for a Commons debate on the matter.
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