Summary
The Speaker of the House of Commons, Sir Lindsay Hoyle, passed on information to the police about Lord Mandelson, suggesting he might be a flight risk. This action was part of an ongoing investigation into misconduct in public office involving Lord Mandelson. Sir Lindsay mentioned that he shared this information in good faith.
Key Facts
- Sir Lindsay Hoyle is the Speaker of the House of Commons.
- He provided information to the police about Lord Mandelson being a possible flight risk.
- The police arrested Lord Mandelson as part of a misconduct investigation.
- Lord Mandelson's lawyers claim he was planning to have an interview next month.
- The arrest was allegedly based on unproven claims that Mandelson planned to leave the country.
- Sir Lindsay received the information during a trip to the British Virgin Islands.
- Sir Lindsay expressed regret that the information became public.
