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2 hours ago

Watch live: Starmer faces more backlash from MPs over Mandelson vetting row at PMQs

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
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1 day ago

I knew that Mandelson failed security vetting. So why didn't Keir Starmer?

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
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3 days ago

No way Lammy wasn't told Mandelson failed vetting, says former foreign secretary

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
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2 hours ago

Watch live: Starmer faces more backlash from MPs over Mandelson vetting row at PMQs

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
UK politics
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1 day ago

I knew that Mandelson failed security vetting. So why didn't Keir Starmer?

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
UK politics
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3 days ago

No way Lammy wasn't told Mandelson failed vetting, says former foreign secretary

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
#keir-starmer
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fromwww.theguardian.com
6 hours ago

Starmer to face MPs for first time since Olly Robbins' Mandelson evidence UK politics live

Keir Starmer's leadership is under scrutiny due to the Peter Mandelson vetting controversy and its implications for government failures.
UK politics
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2 days ago

The key questions Keir Starmer must answer over Mandelson appointment

Keir Starmer faces pressure to resign over Peter Mandelson's controversial appointment as US ambassador amid security vetting concerns.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Five questions awaiting Starmer as he faces Commons over Mandelson scandal

Sir Keir Starmer faces scrutiny over Lord Mandelson's vetting process and claims of withheld information from civil servants.
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6 hours ago

Starmer to face MPs for first time since Olly Robbins' Mandelson evidence UK politics live

Keir Starmer's leadership is under scrutiny due to the Peter Mandelson vetting controversy and its implications for government failures.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Starmer addresses the Mandelson vetting saga podcast

The Mandelson security vetting controversy may jeopardize Keir Starmer's premiership and impact the Labour party's performance in local elections.
UK politics
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1 day ago

How safe is Starmer's premiership after his Mandelson vetting statement to MPs?

Keir Starmer faces criticism for not admitting his role in appointing Peter Mandelson despite prosecuting others for misleading Parliament.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

The key questions Keir Starmer must answer over Mandelson appointment

Keir Starmer faces pressure to resign over Peter Mandelson's controversial appointment as US ambassador amid security vetting concerns.
UK politics
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2 days ago

Five questions awaiting Starmer as he faces Commons over Mandelson scandal

Sir Keir Starmer faces scrutiny over Lord Mandelson's vetting process and claims of withheld information from civil servants.
#uk-politics
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fromwww.theguardian.com
18 hours ago

The Guardian view on Starmer and Mandelson: when process follows power | Editorial

Sir Keir Starmer appointed Lord Mandelson as US ambassador despite security vetting concerns, raising questions about decision-making processes in government.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Key points from sacked official at heart of Mandelson vetting row

Sir Olly Robbins testified about the vetting process for Lord Mandelson's ambassador role, highlighting pressure from Downing Street and security clearance issues.
#politics
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fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Chris Mason: PM facing awkward hours ahead as Mandelson questions remain

The controversy centers on the failure to communicate politically sensitive information regarding Lord Mandelson's appointment to the prime minister.
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2 days ago

Chris Mason: PM facing awkward hours ahead as Mandelson questions remain

The controversy centers on the failure to communicate politically sensitive information regarding Lord Mandelson's appointment to the prime minister.
#reproductive-rights
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Why The Independent's evidence from last September is a problem for Starmer

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting for all Americans.
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2 days ago

Judgement day for Starmer over Mandelson vetting scandal

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1 week ago

There may be no NHS if Nigel Farage becomes prime minister, warns Wes Streeting

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the potential threat to the NHS from Reform UK policies.
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2 weeks ago

Reform sack housing spokesman over deeply dehumanising' Grenfell comments

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3 weeks ago
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Peter Mandelson to be asked to hand over messages on personal phone

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support reporting efforts.
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1 day ago

Why The Independent's evidence from last September is a problem for Starmer

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting for all Americans.
UK politics
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2 days ago

Judgement day for Starmer over Mandelson vetting scandal

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
UK politics
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1 week ago

There may be no NHS if Nigel Farage becomes prime minister, warns Wes Streeting

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the potential threat to the NHS from Reform UK policies.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Reform sack housing spokesman over deeply dehumanising' Grenfell comments

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
UK politics
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3 weeks ago

Peter Mandelson to be asked to hand over messages on personal phone

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1 day ago
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Today, it fell to parliament to hold Keir Starmer to account for the Mandelson scandal. It largely failed | Toby Helm

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3 weeks ago

Cabinet Office to ask Mandelson to provide messages from personal phone

Peter Mandelson will be required to provide messages from his personal phone for an investigation into his appointment as ambassador to the US.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Peter Mandelson is still human, Cherie Blair says after Epstein scandal

Lady Blair defends Peter Mandelson's right to fair treatment amid Jeffrey Epstein scandal allegations, emphasizing his humanity despite media scrutiny.
UK politics
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1 day ago

Today, it fell to parliament to hold Keir Starmer to account for the Mandelson scandal. It largely failed | Toby Helm

Peter Mandelson's appointment as ambassador to Washington raised concerns due to his links with Jeffrey Epstein and failure of Foreign Office vetting.
UK politics
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2 days ago

Ministers urged to share Mandelson vetting files with intelligence committee

Ministers face pressure to disclose Peter Mandelson's vetting documents to a parliamentary committee following a binding motion for transparency.
UK politics
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4 days ago

Senior official ousted over Mandelson security row to face MPs

Sir Olly Robbins faces scrutiny over Peter Mandelson's security clearance amid claims of unfair dismissal and lack of transparency in the vetting process.
UK politics
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3 weeks ago

Cabinet Office to ask Mandelson to provide messages from personal phone

Peter Mandelson will be required to provide messages from his personal phone for an investigation into his appointment as ambassador to the US.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Peter Mandelson is still human, Cherie Blair says after Epstein scandal

Lady Blair defends Peter Mandelson's right to fair treatment amid Jeffrey Epstein scandal allegations, emphasizing his humanity despite media scrutiny.
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1 month ago

Former Labour minister dies after cancer battle

Phil Woolas, former Labour MP and minister who served under Blair and Brown, died aged 66 from glioblastoma brain cancer after battling the disease for over a year.
UK politics
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4 days ago

Key questions facing government over Mandelson vetting

Lord Mandelson failed security vetting for ambassador role, raising questions about the Prime Minister's knowledge and the Foreign Office's decision-making.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Richard Madeley and Labour minister in fiery GMB clash over Mandelson-Epstein scandal

A public confrontation over Lord Mandelson's appointment exposed concerns about vetting, Keir Starmer's defence, and accusations of question-avoidance on live television.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Labour and Lib Dem MPs demand shameful' Palantir NHS contract be scrapped

MPs demand the government terminate its NHS contract with Palantir due to concerns over trust and the company's political affiliations.
#prime-ministers-questions
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fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Questions asked and answers given up to a point. Welcome to lo-fi PMQs | John Crace

Keir Starmer showed improvement in responding to Kemi Badenoch's questions during recent Prime Minister's Questions, despite some unresolved issues on defense spending.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Speaker urged to make PM answer the question

The Prime Minister's failure to answer questions during PMQs is increasingly criticized by MPs and the public.
UK politics
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6 days ago

Questions asked and answers given up to a point. Welcome to lo-fi PMQs | John Crace

Keir Starmer showed improvement in responding to Kemi Badenoch's questions during recent Prime Minister's Questions, despite some unresolved issues on defense spending.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Speaker urged to make PM answer the question

The Prime Minister's failure to answer questions during PMQs is increasingly criticized by MPs and the public.
UK politics
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1 week ago

Chris Mason: How Lammy and Vance's unlikely friendship is being leveraged

David Lammy's relationship with US officials is leveraged for discussions on international conflicts despite ongoing tensions with Donald Trump.
#malcolm-offord
UK politics
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3 weeks ago

Offord says he is fit to be first minister after homophobic joke

Malcolm Offord defends past controversial joke, claims it was a mistake, and emphasizes his fitness for the role of first minister.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Wow, people were so angry at Labour!' Green MP Hannah Spencer on politics, plumbing, smears and snobbery

Hannah Spencer's victory in Gorton and Denton marks a significant shift in political dynamics, with a 26% swing from Labour to the Greens.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

'Dedicated' former MP dies aged 92

He was a dedicated member of the British-Irish Assembly, including its co-chair. Dave was also a long-standing member of the Home Affairs Select Committee.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Minister claimed thousands of pounds on expenses for promotional videos

Al Carns claimed about £3,000 for the production of 17 videos that show him interacting with local businesses, including a pull-up challenge with a firefighter.
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1 month ago

Starmer claims Tory party has problem with Muslims' in PMQs address

Keir Starmer accused the Conservative Party of having a problem with Muslims after shadow justice secretary Nick Timothy criticized public Muslim prayer in Trafalgar Square as an act of domination.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

PM swerves questions on whether he spoke to Mandelson over Epstein friendship

Sir Keir Starmer avoided confirming whether he discussed Peter Mandelson's Epstein relationship before appointing him US ambassador, despite repeated questioning and documented warnings of reputational risk.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Former Tory MP charged with possession of class A drugs

Former Conservative MP Crispin Blunt has been charged with four drugs offences including possession of class A methamphetamine and class B substances following police searches of his home.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Starmer warned over assisted dying bill by more than 100 Labour MPs

Over 100 Labour MPs warn that failing to pass assisted dying legislation would undermine political trust, while opponents argue the bill is flawed and unsafe for vulnerable people.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

I've lost friends since joining Reform, says Lord Offord

Malcolm Offord, a former Conservative peer turned Reform UK Scotland leader, lost friendships over his defection to Nigel Farage's party but views it as a necessary sacrifice for his political cause.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Minister defends PM's handling of Mandelson appointment

A senior minister defended Sir Keir Starmer's handling of Lord Mandelson's US ambassador appointment despite acknowledging government damage, citing reforms to power structures after accepting a mistake.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Lammy braced for showdown with Labour MPs over plan to limit jury trials

Up to 65 Labour MPs are believed to be ready to rebel against the justice secretary's plans ahead of the first vote on the controversial bill on Tuesday. MP Karl Turner, a former Starmer loyalist, is leading the calls for a rethink.
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1 month ago

Chris Mason: MPs take a new tone on Andrew but how big is their appetite for radical changes?

A government minister publicly criticized Prince Andrew as rude, arrogant, and entitled, reflecting the near-total collapse of respect for him following his removal from royal duties and titles.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Mandelson's payoff to be reviewed' as Lammy reveals he also warned PM

A five-figure exit payment to Lord Peter Mandelson after his sacking as UK ambassador is under Foreign Office review; Pat McFadden urged donation to charity.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Minister refuses to say if Mandelson should be kicked out of Labour over Epstein

A government minister will not rule out restoring the Labour whip to Peter Mandelson amid claims his husband received money from Jeffrey Epstein, pending investigation.
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1 month ago

From plumber to Parliament, the Green Party's new MP

I think I might have to cancel the work that you had booked in, because I'm heading to Parliament. And when I get there, I will make space for everyone doing jobs like mine, we will finally get a seat at the table.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Minister dismisses Trump's claim Starmer is no Churchill' UK politics live

The UK government halted study visas for nationals from Afghanistan, Cameroon, Myanmar, and Sudan, plus work visas for Afghans, citing abuse of legal migration routes to claim asylum.
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2 months ago

UK minister calls latest image of Andrew very disturbing' and urges him to testify UK politics live

What would anyone think it is a very disturbing image and very worrying allegations, and as the prime minister said all of our thoughts need to be with those women who were the victims of what Epstein and his associates were doing. And the way that we can help those victims is for anybody who has any insight or information about what went on to come forward and testify. We need to shine a light on what has happened.
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UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Matt Goodwin: from academic to GB News presenter to Reform candidate

Dr Matt Goodwin researched far-right risks in Tameside, later became the Reform candidate for Gorton and Denton, and faces accusations of extremist views.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Mandelson disclosures: What is a humble address and why are the Tories using one?

Kemi Badenoch is using a humble address to force release of Cabinet Office due diligence and emails relating to Peter Mandelson's ambassadorial appointment.
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2 months ago

Tories accuse Labour of being 'stuffed with paedophile apologists' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Kemi Badenoch challenged Keir Starmer over his handling of senior staff, a peerage for Mathew Doyle, and recent Tory defections, prompting Starmer to accept responsibility and remove the whip from Doyle.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Chris Mason: Latest vetting row raises fresh concerns over Starmer's judgement

Two former prime ministerial communications directors are publicly clashing over Lord Matthew Doyle's peerage amid concerns about his links to a convicted sex offender.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

We have a clear agenda': the teenager who broke news of Tory MP's defection to Reform

A 15-year-old media operator boosted his profile by tweeting that Conservative MP Andrew Rosindell would defect to Reform UK, sparking controversy and competing claims.
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