No 10 questioned Mandelson on Epstein links before appointment
Summary
The UK government questioned Lord Peter Mandelson about his connections to Jeffrey Epstein before appointing him as the UK ambassador to the US. The decision to remove Mandelson from the role came after new emails, not initially seen during his vetting, revealed his supportive messages to Epstein. This has increased scrutiny on what Sir Keir Starmer, the current Prime Minister, knew about Mandelson’s links with Epstein.Key Facts
- Lord Peter Mandelson was considered for the position of the UK's ambassador to the US.
- He was questioned about his relationship with convicted criminal Jeffrey Epstein before his appointment.
- New emails emerged showing Mandelson had supportive interactions with Epstein, including after Epstein's conviction.
- Mandelson was removed from his position after these emails came to light.
- The emails did not appear in two earlier government vetting processes.
- The Prime Minister’s office had asked Mandelson specific questions about his connections to Epstein.
- Some Labour MPs are questioning Sir Keir Starmer’s decision-making regarding Mandelson’s appointment.
- Mandelson claimed he was honest about his ties with Epstein during the vetting process.
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