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1 hour ago

The Guardian view on Starmer and Mandelson: when process follows power | Editorial

Sir Keir Starmer appointed Lord Mandelson as US ambassador despite security vetting concerns, raising questions about decision-making processes in government.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Pressure on Starmer grows over Mandelson vetting despite ousting of Foreign Office official UK politics live

Keir Starmer faces scrutiny over Peter Mandelson's vetting failures, with potential consequences for his leadership.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 hour ago

The Guardian view on Starmer and Mandelson: when process follows power | Editorial

Sir Keir Starmer appointed Lord Mandelson as US ambassador despite security vetting concerns, raising questions about decision-making processes in government.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Pressure on Starmer grows over Mandelson vetting despite ousting of Foreign Office official UK politics live

Keir Starmer faces scrutiny over Peter Mandelson's vetting failures, with potential consequences for his leadership.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Ex-Scottish Labour leader Dugdale appointed as Stonewall chairwoman

Stonewall is fit for the future. We won't stop until everyone, everywhere has equal rights. The charity is ready to navigate these turbulent times.
SF LGBT
#labour-party
UK politics
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46 minutes ago

As the PM's fate lay in doubt, Labour MPs plotted the party's future direction

Labour MPs are advocating for bold government action to address everyday hardships amid economic challenges and criticizing current leadership's fiscal policies.
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Labour's crab-wise' approach to closer EU ties must address damage of Brexit | Heather Stewart

Labour is prioritizing closer EU relations to regain lost voters and address economic impacts of Brexit.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
7 hours ago

London Labour activists charged amid alleged vote rigging claims

Four Labour activists face charges for allegedly manipulating a party database during candidate selection.
UK politics
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46 minutes ago

As the PM's fate lay in doubt, Labour MPs plotted the party's future direction

Labour MPs are advocating for bold government action to address everyday hardships amid economic challenges and criticizing current leadership's fiscal policies.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Do Londoners feel their council tax is good value?

Many Londoners feel council tax is too high with unclear benefits, despite some acknowledging efforts in local services.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 days ago

What each party is promising in the Westminster council election

Westminster City Council elections on May 7 will likely be a close contest between Conservatives and Labour, with multiple parties fielding candidates.
#peter-mandelson
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
11 hours ago

Ed Miliband says he and Lammy feared Mandelson appointment could blow up'

Concerns were raised about Peter Mandelson's appointment as UK ambassador to Washington due to his controversial past and security vetting issues.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Today, it fell to parliament to hold Keir Starmer to account for the Mandelson scandal. It largely failed | Toby Helm

Peter Mandelson's appointment as ambassador to Washington raised concerns due to his links with Jeffrey Epstein and failure of Foreign Office vetting.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Five unanswered questions on Keir Starmer's Mandelson debacle

Peter Mandelson's failed security vetting raises questions about Downing Street's knowledge and the Foreign Office's actions.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
11 hours ago

Ed Miliband says he and Lammy feared Mandelson appointment could blow up'

Concerns were raised about Peter Mandelson's appointment as UK ambassador to Washington due to his controversial past and security vetting issues.
UK politics
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1 day ago

Today, it fell to parliament to hold Keir Starmer to account for the Mandelson scandal. It largely failed | Toby Helm

Peter Mandelson's appointment as ambassador to Washington raised concerns due to his links with Jeffrey Epstein and failure of Foreign Office vetting.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Five unanswered questions on Keir Starmer's Mandelson debacle

Peter Mandelson's failed security vetting raises questions about Downing Street's knowledge and the Foreign Office's actions.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 hours ago

Starmer still faces more questions than answers after Olly Robbins's quietly damning defence | John Crace

Olly Robbins faced a downfall after years of service, presenting himself as a dedicated civil servant during his defense before the select committee.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
9 hours 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.
#keir-starmer
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
17 hours ago

Starmer addresses the Mandelson vetting saga podcast

The Mandelson security vetting controversy may jeopardize Keir Starmer's premiership and impact the Labour party's performance in local elections.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

How safe is Starmer's premiership after his Mandelson vetting statement to MPs?

Keir Starmer faces criticism for not admitting his role in appointing Peter Mandelson despite prosecuting others for misleading Parliament.
UK politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

A**hole Who's Out of His Depth': UK's Keir Starmer Absolutely Flamed by His Own Allies

Keir Starmer is criticized for poor leadership, lack of team management, and a crisis of faith in his leadership style.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

The key questions Keir Starmer must answer over Mandelson appointment

Keir Starmer faces pressure to resign over Peter Mandelson's controversial appointment as US ambassador amid security vetting concerns.
#journalism
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

I knew that Mandelson failed security vetting. So why didn't Keir Starmer?

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

No way Lammy wasn't told Mandelson failed vetting, says former foreign secretary

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
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2 days ago
UK politics

Tice happy to put things right' after he failed to pay 100k in corporation tax'

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
UK politics
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4 days ago

Rachel Reeves says she will resist calls to raise taxes to increase defence spending

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the need for on-ground reporting in critical societal issues.
UK politics
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1 day ago

I knew that Mandelson failed security vetting. So why didn't Keir Starmer?

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
UK politics
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2 days ago

No way Lammy wasn't told Mandelson failed vetting, says former foreign secretary

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
UK politics
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2 days ago

Tice happy to put things right' after he failed to pay 100k in corporation tax'

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
UK politics
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4 days ago

Rachel Reeves says she will resist calls to raise taxes to increase defence spending

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the need for on-ground reporting in critical societal issues.
#reproductive-rights
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Why The Independent's evidence from last September is a problem for Starmer

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting for all Americans.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Starmer grilled over Independent front page on Mandelson amid fight for survival

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, ensuring access to quality reporting for all Americans.
UK politics
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1 day ago

Former parliamentary staff member arrested under anti-hacking laws

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support their reporting efforts.
UK politics
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2 days ago

Judgement day for Starmer over Mandelson vetting scandal

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

I'm voting Reform it can't get any worse': Starmer's election nightmare in Swindon

The Independent provides crucial journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Starmer's Mandelson nightmare never ends. This time, it may cost him his job as UK leader

The Independent focuses on critical issues like reproductive rights and climate change while emphasizing the importance of accessible journalism.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Why The Independent's evidence from last September is a problem for Starmer

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting for all Americans.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Starmer grilled over Independent front page on Mandelson amid fight for survival

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, ensuring access to quality reporting for all Americans.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Former parliamentary staff member arrested under anti-hacking laws

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support their reporting efforts.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Judgement day for Starmer over Mandelson vetting scandal

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

I'm voting Reform it can't get any worse': Starmer's election nightmare in Swindon

The Independent provides crucial journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Starmer's Mandelson nightmare never ends. This time, it may cost him his job as UK leader

The Independent focuses on critical issues like reproductive rights and climate change while emphasizing the importance of accessible journalism.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 hours ago

Robbins v Starmer: the key points they disagree on over Mandelson vetting

Robbins felt pressured to appoint Mandelson quickly, overriding security clearance recommendations, but maintains it was the right decision.
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8 hours ago

Former top civil servant 'in the dark' over reasons for his sacking - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

"I don't fully understand the reasons that I'm in the position I am in, but that is for a separate process for me to try to get to the bottom of."
UK politics
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
12 hours ago

Starmer-Mandelson latest: PM braces for Robbins to hit back over vetting scandal

Ed Miliband expressed concerns about Peter Mandelson's influence during his leadership in 2010, indicating he warned others in government.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
10 hours ago

No 10 asked Foreign Office to find job for senior Starmer aide, says Olly Robbins

Downing Street pressured the Foreign Office to find a diplomatic role for Keir Starmer's communications chief, Matthew Doyle, despite concerns about his suitability.
#green-party
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Even ex-Reform voters are considering backing the Green Party, its newest MP says

The Green Party is gaining support from disillusioned voters previously aligned with Reform UK and Labour.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Greens have welcomed' people expelled by Labour for antisemitism, Steve Reed claims

The Greens have welcomed former Labour members with antisemitic views, raising concerns about their candidates ahead of the upcoming elections.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Even ex-Reform voters are considering backing the Green Party, its newest MP says

The Green Party is gaining support from disillusioned voters previously aligned with Reform UK and Labour.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Parties urged to act over candidates' racist posts

Both the Green Party and Reform UK face pressure to sever ties with candidates who made racist and offensive online posts.
#lord-mandelson
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Officials deliberately withheld Mandelson vetting result from me, Starmer says

Sir Keir Starmer accused the Foreign Office of withholding information about Lord Mandelson's failed security vetting for the US ambassador role.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 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
1 day ago

Officials deliberately withheld Mandelson vetting result from me, Starmer says

Sir Keir Starmer accused the Foreign Office of withholding information about Lord Mandelson's failed security vetting for the US ambassador role.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 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.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Labour's youth unemployment tsar hits out at exam-obsessed' British schools

The education system is criticized for focusing too much on exams and not enough on preparing students for work and life.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
23 hours ago

Starmer accuses Robbins of obstructing truth about Mandelson vetting

Keir Starmer criticized Olly Robbins for obstructing information regarding the Mandelson vetting scandal, emphasizing the Foreign Office's failure to inform Downing Street.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

What is DV'? Key acronyms and terms in the Mandelson vetting row explained

Mandelson's application for developed vetting clearance was denied due to the intrusive nature of the vetting process.
#politics
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Chris Mason: PM facing awkward hours ahead as Mandelson questions remain

The controversy centers on the failure to communicate politically sensitive information regarding Lord Mandelson's appointment to the prime minister.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Why Starmer still can't move on from the Mandelson mess

The political fallout from Peter Mandelson's appointment continues, highlighting failures in security checks and public trust in leadership.
fromIrish Independent
4 days ago
UK politics

Keir Starmer says it is 'unforgivable' he was not told Mandelson failed security vetting for US ambassador role; Calls for him to resign over scandal

UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Chris Mason: PM facing awkward hours ahead as Mandelson questions remain

The controversy centers on the failure to communicate politically sensitive information regarding Lord Mandelson's appointment to the prime minister.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Why Starmer still can't move on from the Mandelson mess

The political fallout from Peter Mandelson's appointment continues, highlighting failures in security checks and public trust in leadership.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 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
fromIrish Independent
4 days ago

Keir Starmer says it is 'unforgivable' he was not told Mandelson failed security vetting for US ambassador role; Calls for him to resign over scandal

The prime minister expressed anger over not being informed about the Foreign Office overruling security vetting recommendations.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Starmer could have been told about Mandelson's vetting failure, claims No 10 with release of briefing paper UK politics live

Douglas Alexander criticizes the appointment of Mandelson as US ambassador, asserting that Keir Starmer should have been informed about security vetting issues.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Starmer will not be swayed by Trump's small and petty' insults, says Lammy

Trump's insults towards Starmer aim to pressure the UK on Iran, while Lammy emphasizes the need for a stable US-UK relationship.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Ed Miliband to double down on net zero with measures to combat Iran energy shock

The era of fossil fuel security is over, and the era of clean energy security must come of age. This is the clear lesson as we face the second global energy shock in less than five years.
UK politics
UK politics
fromIndependent
1 day ago

Fionnan Sheahan: Mary Lou McDonald's courting of Official Ireland ends with fuel protests

Sinn Féin's strategy of respectability failed, leading them to return to a protest-oriented approach after losing the 2014 Dublin South-West by-election.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Green MP: Labour caricatures working-class people over greyhound racing

Labour's stance on greyhound racing is criticized for misrepresenting working-class views on animal welfare and gambling issues.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

A question for those desperate to cut benefits to fund defence: who exactly are you willing to impoverish? | Polly Toynbee

Welfare spending is often blamed for budget issues, but actual data shows it remains stable relative to GDP, with pension costs driving increases.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Starmer rejects accusation Labour is complacent' on defence funding

Keir Starmer disagrees with George Robertson's views on defence funding, asserting that defence spending is increasing and addressing both defence and social security.
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