It’s tragic that a decent PM will be brought down by Mandelson’s sleaze – but it’s a matter of when, not if
- Posted on February 6, 2026
- By The Guardian
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It’s tragic that a decent PM will be brought down by Mandelson’s sleaze – but it’s a matter of when, not if

With three years left and a huge majority, Labour can govern with more humility and deliver real change. But with Starmer at the helm? I can’t see it, says Guardian columnist Polly Toynbee