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UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 hours ago

Toxic' views of Reform UK candidates raise questions about party's vetting

Reform UK candidates have made controversial statements, raising concerns about the party's vetting process ahead of the May elections.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
10 hours ago

In Peter Mandelson evidence, Cat Little had the best weapon: an audit trail

The Peter Mandelson vetting affair reveals a complex conflict between senior civil servants, highlighting issues of transparency and decision-making in government.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
11 hours ago

Key takeaways from senior official on Mandelson vetting

Lord Mandelson was granted security clearance despite concerns, leading to his eventual dismissal after new information about his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

How Olly Robbins' knightly charm glossed over burning questions on Mandelson vetting

Sir Olly Robbins' testimony received support from civil service peers, but raised questions about his defense and the vetting process for national security roles.
#peter-mandelson
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Robbins' account raises questions over whether he was misled on Mandelson vetting

Peter Mandelson's vetting process raises questions about whether Sir Olly Robbins was misled regarding UKSV's findings on clearance recommendations.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 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
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Pure shock': how ministers reacted to revelation of Mandelson vetting failure

Peter Mandelson's appointment as British ambassador to Washington surprised senior UK government officials due to failed vetting checks.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Robbins' account raises questions over whether he was misled on Mandelson vetting

Peter Mandelson's vetting process raises questions about whether Sir Olly Robbins was misled regarding UKSV's findings on clearance recommendations.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 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
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Pure shock': how ministers reacted to revelation of Mandelson vetting failure

Peter Mandelson's appointment as British ambassador to Washington surprised senior UK government officials due to failed vetting checks.
#lord-mandelson
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Mandelson saga is a messy palaver - and the questions continue to swirl

The Lord Mandelson saga has caused significant turmoil for the prime minister, revealing internal conflicts over vetting processes and public accountability.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Mandelson saga is a messy palaver - and the questions continue to swirl

The Lord Mandelson saga has caused significant turmoil for the prime minister, revealing internal conflicts over vetting processes and public accountability.
#foreign-office
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days 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.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Sacked civil servant to speak out in Mandelson vetting row

Sir Olly Robbins defends his decision not to disclose Lord Mandelson's vetting failure in Parliament after being sacked from the Foreign Office.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days 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.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Sacked civil servant to speak out in Mandelson vetting row

Sir Olly Robbins defends his decision not to disclose Lord Mandelson's vetting failure in Parliament after being sacked from the Foreign Office.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Will Olly Robbins' testimony jeopardise Keir Starmer's defence?

Robbins' decision on Mandelson's clearance raises questions about the vetting process and political pressure involved.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 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
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

The Guardian view on Starmer and Mandelson: a story that doesn't add up | Editorial

Sir Keir Starmer's handling of Lord Mandelson's appointment raises questions about accountability and the vetting process within the government.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Olly Robbins and Mandelson's vetting: what did he do, why and who knew?

The vetting process for Peter Mandelson's appointment raised significant concerns about security clearance and who was informed of the findings.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Retired high court judge to review Peter Mandelson's vetting process

A retired judge will review Peter Mandelson's vetting process after security officials were overruled to allow his ambassadorship despite failed clearance.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

No 10 denies Mandelson files cover-up' claims as PM admits appointment was mistake

Downing Street has been forced to deny allegations of a cover up in the release of files related to the appointment of Peter Mandelson after accusations the prime minister misled MPs over the vetting process. Speaking for the first time since the first tranche of files were published on Wednesday, Sir Keir Starmer took personal responsibility for his mistake in appointing Lord Mandelson as his US ambassador and reiterated his apology to Jeffrey Epstein's victims.
UK politics
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

The Police Report Complicating a White House Endorsement

President Trump endorsed Louisiana congressional candidate Blake Miguez without his advisers being informed of a 2007 police report documenting rape and abuse allegations from Miguez's former girlfriend.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Albania's judicial reform ten years on: Hope without justice

A court ruling in Tirana led to the murder of an appellate judge, highlighting decades-long property disputes and Albania's decade-long judicial vetting reforms.
UK news
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.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
3 months ago

MAMDANI'S FIRST 100 DAYS: Mayor defends Chief Equity Officer appointment amid scrutiny over old tweets amNewYork

Mayor Zohran Mamdani defended hiring Afua Atta-Mensah as chief equity officer, saying vetting reviewed her resurfaced social media posts and he retains confidence in her.
SF politics
fromMission Local
5 months ago

Mayor gives shortlisted candidates for District 4 supervisor weekend homework

Mayor Daniel Lurie expanded vetting for a District 4 supervisor appointment: questionnaires, community outreach homework, additional interviews, and public meetings after a prior appointee resigned.
fromwww.cbc.ca
9 months ago

After major issues with tenants, these Ontario landlords blame their real estate agents | CBC News

Sanaulhaq Zarawar hired a real estate agent to find a good tenant for his rental property but discovered the agent was not contractually obligated to conduct vetting.
Real estate
fromwww.mercurynews.com
10 months ago

US resumes foreign student visas but with social media demands

The U.S. State Department has resumed processing foreign student visas, but applicants must now unlock their social media accounts for government review to ensure they pose no risk.
US news
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
10 months ago

Trump Administration Pressures 36 Nations to Avert Travel Ban

The Trump administration set a deadline for 36 countries to enhance traveler vetting or face potential travel bans.
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