Is Mandelson vetting scandal the final straw for Starmer? – The Latest

Keir Starmer has criticised the Foreign Office after a Guardian investigation revealed Peter Mandelson was initially denied security clearance before becoming US ambassador. The investigation, reported by Paul Lewis, found Mandelson failed an initial background check by security officials. Starmer described the situation as "staggering" and "unforgivable" because he was not informed of the security concerns. The Foreign Office overruled the initial decision, allowing Mandelson to take up the role. The controversy raises questions about the vetting process and transparency within the government.