Keir Starmer sees off bid to trigger Commons sleaze inquiry into Mandelson scandal
- Posted on April 28, 2026
- By The Mirror
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In brief
Prime Minister Keir Starmer successfully blocked a Conservative-led motion seeking a parliamentary inquiry into potential misconduct allegations related to Peter Mandelson's appointment. Starmer characterized the bid as a political maneuver and instructed Labour members to vote against the referral to the Privileges Committee. The incident highlights ongoing tensions between the government and opposition parties regarding ethical standards and ministerial appointments within Westminster.
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Keir Starmer sees off bid to trigger Commons sleaze inquiry into Mandelson scandal
Prime Minister Keir Starmer ordered Labour MPs to oppose a Tory motion to refer him to the powerful Privileges Committee, which he'd branded political stunt
