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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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David Maddox

Starmer to face Cabinet after Mandelson files reveal criticism his leadership

Mandelson Sir Keir Starmer
  • Sir Keir Starmer is scheduled to chair a Cabinet meeting on Tuesday following the release of messages from Lord Mandelson.
  • The newly released messages reveal Lord Mandelson's strong criticism of the Prime Minister's leadership, describing his operation as “beleaguered and bereft”.
  • These documents are connected to Lord Mandelson's controversial appointment as UK ambassador to Washington, a position he was later removed from due to his links with Jeffrey Epstein.
  • MPs had previously voted to demand the publication of these documents after a police investigation into Lord Mandelson and concerns regarding his vetting process.
  • Among the revelations, an exchange shows cabinet minister Pat McFadden criticising Labour MPs for their focus on taxation to fund benefits.

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Mandelson files latest: Starmer to chair Cabinet meeting after files reveal criticism of ‘beleaguered’ No10 operation

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