UK police search Mandelson-linked properties as part of Epstein probe

Al Jazeera Political StrategyNews ReportEN 2 min read 100% complete by Al Jazeera StaffFebruary 6, 2026 at 07:45 PM

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British police are searching properties in London and Wiltshire linked to Peter Mandelson, former UK ambassador to Washington, as part of an investigation into alleged misconduct in public office. The investigation centers on allegations that Mandelson, 72, passed sensitive government information to Jeffrey Epstein approximately fifteen years ago, when he was business secretary. The searches are connected to an ongoing investigation by the Metropolitan Police's Central Specialist Crime team. Mandelson has not been arrested or charged. The investigation follows the release of emails suggesting Mandelson shared potentially market-moving information with Epstein. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has apologized for appointing Mandelson and pledged government support for the police investigation.

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Hayley Sewart said the searches relate to an investigation into misconduct in public office offences, involving a 72-year-old man.

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Starmer sacked Mandelson after emails showed he remained friends with Epstein after Epstein's 2008 conviction.

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Mandelson has not been arrested or charged.

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The investigation concerns alleged misconduct in public office.

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UK police are searching properties linked to Peter Mandelson as part of an investigation into alleged leaks to Jeffrey Epstein.

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Gordon Brown 35% Camden ×235% Wiltshire ×240% Labour government 40% Hayley Sewart 40% US Department of Justice 45% London ×250% Metropolitan Police 60% Keir Starmer ×470% Jeffrey Epstein ×785% Peter Mandelson ×890%

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jeffrey epstein 100% peter mandelson 90% misconduct in public office 80% police investigation 70% sensitive information 60% uk government 50% keir starmer 50% sex offences 40%