Keir Starmer vows to lead Labour into next general election after bruising week
Summary
Keir Starmer said he will lead the Labour Party into the next UK general election despite recent criticism. The government denied any wrongdoing related to Peter Mandelson’s appointment as US ambassador, even though officials had advised against giving him security clearance.Key Facts
- Keir Starmer confirmed he will lead Labour in the next general election.
- Officials recommended denying Peter Mandelson security clearance before his appointment as US ambassador.
- The prime minister’s office said no proof shows wrongdoing in Mandelson’s appointment.
- Starmer told the Sunday Times he is confident in continuing his leadership.
- The Conservatives accuse Starmer of misleading Parliament about applying pressure during Mandelson’s vetting.
- Starmer denies applying improper pressure and says only normal government urgency was involved.
- Conservative MPs want an investigation into possible misleading of Parliament by Starmer.
- Some politicians warn against using the investigation as a political tool before all evidence is reviewed.
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