UK PM Starmer avoids parliamentary probe over Mandelson appointment as US envoy
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer avoided a parliamentary probe into his appointment of Peter Mandelson as US ambassador despite controversy over security vetting and ties to Jeffrey Epstein. Opposition leaders accused Starmer of misleading parliament, but a majority of MPs voted against launching an investigation. The scandal has persisted for months, leading to resignations and ongoing police inquiries, though Starmer maintains his innocence and denies improper conduct.
- ▪Keir Starmer survived a parliamentary vote on whether he misled lawmakers about Peter Mandelson's appointment as US ambassador.
- ▪Mandelson was appointed despite failing security vetting and having links to Jeffrey Epstein, prompting allegations of misconduct.
- ▪Starmer sacked senior officials, including foreign ministry civil servant Olly Robbins, over the handling of the appointment.
- ▪The parliamentary probe was rejected by a vote of 335 to 223, with Starmer's Labour party largely supporting him.
- ▪UK police are investigating Mandelson for alleged misconduct in office, including leaking information to Epstein.
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