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Mandelson seeks to distance himself from past ‘childish’ comments about Trump

The Labour grandee is poised to take over from Dame Karen Pierce as the UK’s top diplomat in Washington.

The Independent UK

The Observer view on Peter Mandelson’s U-turn on Donald Trump: it’s easy to mock, but that’s diplomacy

It’s not often politicians admit to a change of heart. Perhaps it’s a trend that could – and should – catch on

The Guardian - UK

‘Royal’ told Jeffrey Epstein they would ‘play more soon’ after no contact claims

A royal family member reportedly told paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein they would “play more soon” after claiming they no longer had…

The National (Scotland)

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How should Keir Starmer handle Donald Trump – and how’s it going so far?

The pairing of British prime minister Keir Starmer and US president Donald Trump connotes many imponderables. The only certainty happens to be the most significant: they will be in office together for four years.

The Conversation

Peter Mandelson calls past remarks about Trump ‘ill-judged and wrong’

Labour peer says president has won ‘fresh respect’ ahead of expected confirmation as ambassador to the US

The Guardian - UK

Peter Mandelson says he was wrong to call Donald Trump a danger to the world

The incoming British ambassador to Washington praised Donald Trump’s ‘dynamism’ and ‘energy’ in an interview with Fox News.

Evening Standard

Lord Peter Mandelson Appointed As U.K. Ambassador To U.S.

Lord Peter Mandelson, the new U.K. ambassador to the U.S., aims to strengthen U.K.-U.S. relations under the Trump administration.

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FBI 'handed dossier on Peter Mandelson' as Downing Street defend Labour grandee

Downing Street has defended Lord Peter Mandelson amid a report that a dossier about him had been passed to the FBI ...

The National (Scotland)

Lord Mandelson expected to be approved as ambassador to US despite 'China links concerns'

Labour grandee Lord Mandelson is thought to be set to become Sir Keir Starmer’s top diplomat in Washington DC

Evening Standard

White House confirms Mandelson to be accepted as ambassador

EXCLUSIVE: An early headache for Sir Keir Starmer has been resolved with the White House allowing Lord Mandelson to take up his post as the UK’s ambassador to the US. But the Trump administration has also sent a warning over the Chagos Islands deal

The Independent UK

Downing Street defends Mandelson amid report ‘dossier’ passed to FBI

It comes as President Donald Trump is weighing up whether to approve Lord Peter Mandelson’s appointment as the UK’s new ambassador to the US

Evening Standard

‘There’s a rocky time ahead’: UK government prepares to navigate Trump’s second term

Despite recent praise from Trump, No 10 insiders know how risky dealing with the unpredictable president can be

The Guardian - UK

Trump expected to make decision on Lord Mandelson as ambassador this week

Exclusive: US president and Keir Starmer have finally spoken almost a week after the inauguration with Downing Street hoping the warm conversation will mean the prime minister’s choice of ambassador to the US is accepted

The Independent UK

Royal Diplomacy: How UK Govt Will Seek To Charm Trump

Britain's Labour government hopes to stay in US President Donald Trump's good books by mobilising the royal family and a former spin doctor dubbed the "Prince of Darkness".

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The Independent UK

Trump administration wants ‘regime change’ in the UK as Starmer replaces Trudeau as hate figure

News analysis: The Independent’s political editor David Maddox’s trip to Washington DC for Trump’s inauguration found that the UK/US special relationship has morphed into deep antipathy for the Starmer government from the new White House administration

The Independent UK

Trump’s calls with British leaders reportedly left staff crying from laughter

Trump has not yet spoken with Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer since taking office on Monday

The Conversation

Mandelson goes to Washington – or does he? Why neither is a good option now

Although it will impinge on the consciousness of few, the appointment of the next UK ambassador to the US is growing into a crisis. It would not do for the involvement of Peter Mandelson in anything to pass without some controversy, but the difficulties emerging around his scheduled departure to…

Evening Standard

UK-US relations could ‘deteriorate’ after Trump election, say British supporters

Around 100 people gathered in a pub in London to watch the inauguration of the 47th president.

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Evening Standard

The challenges facing Starmer’s Government from the new Trump presidency

Here the PA news agency looks at five of the challenges facing Britain as a result of Mr Trump’s second presidency.

The Independent UK

Nigel Farage, Boris Johnson and Tory right fly in for Trump inauguration – but no place for would-be envoy Mandelson

Despite Nigel Farage, Boris Johnson, Priti Patel and Suella Braverman being among the Trump enthusiasts in the US for his inauguration, neither Lord Mandelson nor Sir Keir Starmer will be attending the ceremony

Evening Standard

Peter Mandelson, our man in Washington: an 'absolute moron' or ruthlessly effective 'prince of darkness'?

“Absolute moron” or ruthlessly effective “prince of darkness”? It’s safe to say that our new man in Washington divides opinion — almost as much as the president to whom he’ll be paying court.

The Independent UK

Voices: Reeves is wrecking UK growth by alienating wealthy entrepreneurs who bring investment and jobs

COMMENT: Reeves and her boss Keir Starmer do not appear to understand the competition to attract the international rich – and the benefits they bring

The Guardian - UK

Trump ally says Peter Mandelson’s US ambassador job will not be blocked

Newspapers had reported that new president might veto UK pick, as ministers brace for a turbulent four years

The Independent UK

Keir Starmer embroiled in row over Sadiq Khan’s ‘fascism’ jibe at Donald Trump on eve of inauguration

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage accused the Labour prime minister of ‘getting off to the worst possible start’ with the incoming Trump administration

Evening Standard

Cabinet minister signals confidence in Lord Mandelson US ambassador approval

There were reports in a number of newspapers on Sunday that the Trump administration could be considering not granting approval to Lord Mandelson.

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