Mandelson documents to be released after PMQs – UK politics live

The Guardian - World NewsEN 8 min read 100% complete by Taz Ali(now) and Vicky Graham (earlier)March 11, 2026 at 11:30 AM

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Documents concerning Peter Mandelson's potential appointment as ambassador to the US are set to be released after Prime Minister's Questions. The documents include a Cabinet Office due diligence report that reportedly warned Keir Starmer of the "reputational risk" of appointing Mandelson due to his connections with Jeffrey Epstein. Sources suggest the report could prove problematic for Starmer, particularly his response to the warnings. Separately, Steve Witkoff, a confidant of Donald Trump, stated that UK support for US military action against Iran was "a little too late," despite Starmer's efforts to repair relations with Trump following criticism of the UK's response.

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