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New York Times - WorldEN 9 min read 100% complete by Stephen CastleFebruary 9, 2026 at 03:55 PM

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Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar publicly called for Prime Minister Keir Starmer's resignation on Monday due to the controversy surrounding Peter Mandelson's ambassadorship to the U.S. Sarwar cited "too many mistakes" and the distraction caused by the turmoil. Mandelson was fired in September after information surfaced regarding his ties to Jeffrey Epstein, but newly released emails revealed a closer relationship, including allegations that Mandelson shared confidential information with Epstein while in a government role in 2009. Sarwar's call deepens the crisis within the Labour government, and while cabinet ministers voiced support for Starmer, his director of communications resigned. The controversy has damaged the Labour Party in Scotland, where it trails behind the Scottish National Party in polls.

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