"The session made plain that security vetting is an art, not a science. Its sole objective is to protect national security. Rarely does anyone outright fail the process although UKSV did take the view that Mandelson should be denied approval because of an overall high concern."
"Robbins answered in the same spirit. He set out the facts. He spoke only from his knowledge. He refused to breach the confidentiality of the vetting process and he continued to support colleagues who cannot defend themselves in public, despite the fact that he was no longer a civil servant."
Keir Starmer faced scrutiny after Peter Mandelson's security vetting failure was reported. Following this, Olly Robbins resigned due to lost confidence from the prime minister and foreign secretary. During a select committee session, Robbins maintained confidentiality regarding the vetting process while supporting his colleagues. The session emphasized that security vetting is subjective, focusing on national security rather than strict criteria. The overall judgment on vulnerabilities is crucial in the vetting process, highlighting its complexity and the challenges leaders face in admitting errors.
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