Liberal Democrats calling for Mandelson investigation
The Liberal Democrats party have called on the Financial Conduct Authority to investigate Lord Mandelson.
Lib Dem deputy leader Daisy Cooper said in a letter to the City watchdog: “It is crucial that Mandelson is investigated to see if he or those he leaked information to profited from access to this market sensitive and confidential material.
“He and others must face criminal prosecution if they are found to have abused trading laws for financial benefit.”
Shaheena Uddin7 February 2026 11:50
Watch: Most shocking emails between Mandelson and Epstein
Most shocking emails between Mandelson and Epstein
Shaheena Uddin7 February 2026 11:40
As Peter Mandelson’s biographer, I know how his mind works – and why Epstein was his weakness
The Epstein files reveal not just a catastrophic breach of trust, but the final act in a long political psychodrama.
Donald Macintyre reveals how a man so adept at managing risk came to take one that could destroy a government – not to mention his own career – and says the answers lie deep in a life shaped by a fatal attraction to wealth and influence.
The Mandelson I know – and the real reason why Epstein was his weakness
The Epstein files reveal not just a catastrophic breach of trust, but the final act in a long political psychodrama. Donald Macintyre reveals how a man so adept at managing risk came to take one that could destroy a government – not to mention his own career – and says the answers lie deep in a life shaped by a fatal attraction to wealth and influence
Shaheena Uddin7 February 2026 11:30
Andrew’s ex-partner Lady Victoria Hervey says not being named in Epstein files is an ‘insult’
Andrew’s ex-partner says not being named in Epstein files is an ‘insult’
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s ex-partner Lady Victoria Hervey says not being named in the Epstein files is an “insult”. The aristocrat who dated Andrew briefly in 1999, said not being named in the files relating to the convicted paedophile, would “just mean you are a loser”. Speaking to LBC host Tom Swarbrick on Friday (6 January), Lady Victoria said: “He [Epstein] knew everybody that was very powerful. “So, if you were on the scene and you were powerful, like, to be honest, if you are not in those files, it would be an insult.” She added: “It would just mean you are a loser.” Swarbrick responded: “That’s an astonishing attitude. I find that jaw-dropping.” Andrew has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing in his relationship with Epstein.
Shaheena Uddin7 February 2026 11:20
Brown says there’s a ‘systemic failure to do proper vetting’
Former prime minister, Gordon Brown, said Lord Mandelson’s alleged lies during his appointment process as US ambassador were “not sufficient explanation for what happened”.
Mr Brown told BBC’s Radio 4’s Today programme: “There is a systemic failure to do proper vetting, to go through the proper procedures and to actually have, in my view, what should be public hearings for anybody who is going to be in a senior position representing the British government.”
Instead, he suggested there should be US-style confirmation hearings for new government ministers and senior appointments.
Shaheena Uddin7 February 2026 11:10
Police searches into Mandelson’s properties concludes
The searches into Lord Mandelson’s two properties have now concluded, the Metropolitan police have confirmed in a statement.
Deputy assistant commissioner, Hayley Sewart, of the Metropolitan Police, said: “I can confirm that officers from the Met’s Central Specialist Crime team have carried out searches at two addresses, one in the Wiltshire area, and another in the Camden area. The searches were related to an ongoing investigation into misconduct in public office offences, involving a 72-year-old man.
“He has not been arrested and enquiries are ongoing. This will be a complex investigation requiring a significant amount of further evidence gathering and analysis. It will take some time to do this work comprehensively and we will not be providing a running commentary.”
Shaheena Uddin7 February 2026 10:58
The Chase viewers spot ‘unfortunate’ Peter Mandelson question in episode rerun
The Chase viewers spot ‘unfortunate’ Peter Mandelson question in episode rerun
The Chase viewers noticed an “unfortunate” question about Peter Mandelson during a rerun episode of the ITV quiz show. The October 2015 episode, shown again on Challenge TV on 5 February, included a Cash Builder question about the disgraced former peer, asking which Labour leader was behind a quote about the party “learning to love Mandelson”. Radio DJ Toby Tarrant shared a photo of the moment on X, writing: “Unfortunate day to play this old episode.” Another user replied: “Someone in scheduling has played a blinder there.” Files released by the US Department of Justice (DoJ) last month appear to show that Mandelson leaked sensitive government information to Epstein while serving as business secretary in Gordon Brown’s Labour government, leading to his resignation from both the Labour party and the House of Lords.
Shaheena Uddin7 February 2026 10:50
Labour MP says Starmer’s position ‘irredeemable’
Starmer is facing pressure from his own party to step down as prime minister over his appointment of Lord Mandelson.
One Labour backbencher, Kim Johnson, an MP for Liverpool Riverside “I think he needs to seriously consider his position,” told Times Radio.
“He’s on the ropes and we have to think about the benefit of the country and the party. We have to consider the likelihood of what could happen, the stability of the country could be at stake.”
Shaheena Uddin7 February 2026 10:40
Watch: Andrew Mountbatten’s ex partner says not being named in Epstein files is an ‘insult’
Andrew Mountbatten’s ex partner says not being named in Epstein files is an ‘insult’
Shaheena Uddin7 February 2026 10:30
Recap: Starmer under threat over Mandelson appointment
Last September, Starmer fired Mandelson from his position of US ambassador, but he remained in the Labour party.
Newly released emails from the Epstein files suggest that in 2009, Mandelson sent Jeffrey Epstein a memo written for Brown about possible UK asset sales and tax changes, and in 2010 gave Epstein an advance notice of a 500-billion-euro ($590 billion) bailout by the European Union.
These new revelations have stirred Starmer’s opponents and even those in his own party to question his judgement. Polls have suggested Starmer is already unpopular with the British public, and some lawmakers say his position is under threat.
Mandelson, who resigned from Starmer’s Labour Party on Sunday and since quit his position in parliament’s upper chamber on Tuesday, has not responded to messages seeking comment.
The Police launched their investigation on Tuesday following the receipt of reports alleging misconduct in public office, including a referral from the government.
Following the announcement of the investigation into Mandelson the government has said it stood “ready to provide whatever support and assistance the police need.”
Shaheena Uddin7 February 2026 10:20
