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EPISODE · Mar 12, 2026 · 11 MIN

Mandelson files: Starmer admits ‘I made a mistake’ – The Latest

from Today in Focus · host The Guardian

Keir Starmer was warned of ‘reputational risk’ in making Peter Mandelson ambassador to the US due to his links with the sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, according to newly released files. The first batch of files raises new questions about the prime minister’s judgment, as well as the vetting process at the highest level of government. Lucy Hough speaks to the Guardian’s head of national news, Archie Bland – watch on YouTube. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus

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