Sir Keir Starmer to update House of Commons on latest Mandelson revelations
- Posted on April 19, 2026
- By Evening Standard
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In brief
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is set to brief Parliament on emerging controversies surrounding Peter Mandelson's appointment as US Ambassador. The Foreign Office faces scrutiny after approving the former Labour peer's candidacy in January 2025, with critics questioning the vetting process and potential conflicts of interest. This parliamentary update comes amid growing debate over the decision-making procedures governing senior diplomatic postings.
Sir Keir Starmer to update House of Commons on latest Mandelson revelations
The Foreign Office has been blamed for clearing the peer in January 2025 to begin as US ambassador.
