Police search two homes connected to Peter Mandelson over Epstein scandal

The Guardian - World News Legal & JudicialNews ReportEN 2 min read 100% complete by Peter Walker and Vikram DoddFebruary 6, 2026 at 07:45 PM

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Police are searching two properties in Camden and Wiltshire connected to Peter Mandelson as part of an investigation into alleged misconduct in public office. The investigation focuses on claims that Mandelson, a 72-year-old former government minister, leaked market-sensitive information to Jeffrey Epstein in 2009. The searches, authorized by a warrant, aim to gather evidence, including electronic devices and documents, before an expected interview with Mandelson under criminal caution. The investigation was launched after the release of new documents detailing Mandelson's close ties to Epstein, including allegations of financial transactions and information sharing during his time as business secretary. Mandelson was previously sacked as ambassador to the US due to his relationship with Epstein.

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Keir Starmer admitted he agreed to Mandelson's appointment despite knowing about his post-prison ties to Epstein.

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Mandelson was sacked as ambassador to the US in September after fresh details emerged of his friendship with Epstein.

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The searches are related to an ongoing investigation into misconduct in public office offences, involving a 72-year-old man.

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Police are searching two properties connected to Peter Mandelson.

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Mandelson had received money from Epstein between 2003 and 2004, and had leaked market-sensitive information to him in 2009.

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Gordon Brown 30% Labour MPs 30% Keir Starmer 30% United States 40% Hayley Sewart 40% Camden ×260% Wiltshire ×360% Metropolitan Police 70% Jeffrey Epstein ×580% Peter Mandelson ×790%

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peter mandelson 100% jeffrey epstein 90% police search 90% misconduct in public office 80% investigation 80% market-sensitive information 70% electronic devices 60% wiltshire 50% camden 50%