The Morgan McSweeney Evidence
Summary
Members of Parliament voted against opening an inquiry into whether Keir Starmer misled Parliament about appointing Lord Mandelson. The vote was 335 against and 223 in favor of the inquiry, despite criticism from the Conservative Party.Key Facts
- MPs voted 335 to 223 not to investigate Keir Starmer over claims he misled Parliament.
- The inquiry was related to the appointment of Lord Mandelson.
- Tory leader Kemi Badenoch said Starmer gave incorrect information to the Commons.
- Number 10 Downing Street called the inquiry motion a political stunt by the Conservatives.
- Morgan McSweeney, a former chief of staff to Starmer, admitted he made a serious mistake advising the Prime Minister on the appointment.
- The discussion was covered in a BBC Newscast episode hosted by Adam Fleming.
- The Newscast episode was 36 minutes long and released on April 28, 2026.
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