Mandelson files will be published even if embarrassing to No 10, says ISC chair

The Guardian - World NewsEN 3 min read 100% complete by Alexandra Topping Political correspondentFebruary 5, 2026 at 10:58 AM

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The UK Parliament's Intelligence and Security Committee (ISC) is reviewing Peter Mandelson's appointment as US ambassador and his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein. The ISC chair, Lord Beamish, stated the committee will prioritize transparency and may publish documents even if they are embarrassing to the government. This follows controversy over Downing Street's initial attempt to limit document release, citing national security and international relations. MPs demanded the ISC, rather than the cabinet secretary, decide what to release. The Metropolitan Police initially blocked the release of some documents due to a criminal investigation into Mandelson allegedly sharing confidential information with Epstein. Downing Street has stated it will comply with the release as soon as possible, following police advice.

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Labour Party 35% BBC Radio 4 40% Conservatives 40% Keir Starmer 40% Metropolitan Police 50% United States 50% Downing Street 60% Lord Beamish ×470% Jeffrey Epstein ×380% Intelligence and Security Committee (ISC) ×485% Peter Mandelson ×590%

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peter mandelson 100% jeffrey epstein 90% intelligence and security committee 80% document release 70% transparency 70% national security 60% government vetting 50% international relations 50% us ambassador 40%