The Guardian Australia
·general
·4 hours ago
Revealed: Mandelson failed vetting but Foreign Office overruled decision
Peter Mandelson failed his security vetting clearance, but the Foreign Office overruled this decision prior to his February 2025 appointment as US ambassador. The revelation raises questions about the transparency of the appointment process and whether Prime Minister Keir Starmer misled the public regarding Mandelson's vetting status. Further documents regarding Mandelson's clearance are expected to be released.
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