Mandelson should hand back US ambassador payout, says cabinet minister

The Guardian - World NewsEN 3 min read 100% complete by Kiran Stacey Policy editorFebruary 8, 2026 at 11:41 AM

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A UK cabinet minister, Pat McFadden, is calling for Peter Mandelson to return a £55,000 payout he received after resigning as ambassador to the US last year. Mandelson's resignation followed increased scrutiny of his relationship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. McFadden suggests Mandelson should return the money or donate it to charity, and the Foreign Office is reviewing the payment's legality. McFadden, a former ally of Mandelson, expressed dismay over newly released emails suggesting Mandelson shared sensitive government information with Epstein. Despite the controversy, McFadden stated his support for the current Prime Minister, arguing against frequent changes in leadership. The head of the Fire Brigades’ Union has become the first boss of a Labour-affiliated union to call on the prime minister to stand down.

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