"Sir Olly Robbins stated, 'No 10 was interested in potential diplomatic options for Doyle' and mentioned that there were 'several discussions initiated by No 10 with me about potentially finding a head of mission opportunity' for him."
"Robbins expressed discomfort, saying, 'I was under strict instruction not to discuss that with the then foreign secretary, which was uncomfortable.'"
"Lord Doyle has faced scrutiny for his past association with Sean Morton, a convicted sex offender, and has apologized for his support during Morton's election campaign."
The UK Parliament contemplated appointing Lord Doyle, the former director of communications, to an ambassador role. Sir Olly Robbins expressed discomfort over discussions at No 10 regarding this potential appointment, especially since he was instructed not to inform the foreign secretary. Lord Doyle, who was made a peer after leaving No 10, faced suspension from the House of Lords due to his past association with a convicted sex offender. Sir Olly was recently dismissed after security clearance issues arose concerning Lord Mandelson.
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