UK’s next ambassador to Japan may be called to give evidence in Mandelson inquiry
Corin Robertson, the UK's next ambassador to Japan, may be summoned to provide evidence regarding the controversial granting of security clearance to Peter Mandelson. This decision was made against the advice of vetting officials, and Robertson was involved in the process while serving as the Foreign Office's chief operating officer. The foreign affairs select committee is considering whether to call her to clarify her role in the decision-making process.
- ▪Corin Robertson is set to become the UK ambassador to Japan in August 2026.
- ▪She was involved in the decision to grant Peter Mandelson security clearance despite advice to deny it.
- ▪The foreign affairs select committee is investigating the circumstances surrounding Mandelson's appointment as ambassador to the US.
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Corin Robertson, who is due to take up her post in Tokyo in August, is yet to be questioned over her involvement in granting Mandelson security clearance. Photograph: gov.ukView image in fullscreenCorin Robertson, who is due to take up her post in Tokyo in August, is yet to be questioned over her involvement in granting Mandelson security clearance. Photograph: gov.ukPoliticsUK’s next ambassador to Japan may be called to give evidence in Mandelson inquiryMPs will decide whether Corin Robertson will face questions over decision to award security clearance against adviceHenry Dyer and Paul LewisMon 18 May 2026 01.00 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleThe UK’s next ambassador to Japan could be called to give evidence over the decision to award Peter Mandelson security clearance against the…
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