The Guardian view on Peter Mandelson: the government must come clean on vetting | Editorial
The Guardian editorial discusses the controversial appointment of Peter Mandelson as the UK ambassador to the US, highlighting concerns over his connections to various individuals and entities. Despite warnings from security vetters about his associations, he was granted clearance, raising questions about the integrity of the vetting process. The article calls for transparency from the government regarding the vetting documents related to Mandelson's appointment.
- ▪Peter Mandelson was appointed as the UK ambassador to the US despite links to Jeffrey Epstein and other controversial figures.
- ▪The UK security vetting agency advised against granting him clearance due to multiple security concerns.
- ▪Parliament has demanded the release of documents related to Mandelson's appointment, suggesting potential government obfuscation.
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| Original publisher | The Guardian — Politics |
| Canonical URL | https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2026/may/29/the-guardian-view-on-peter-mandelson-the-government-must-come-clean-on-vetting |
| Publication time | Fri, 29 May 2026 17:05:18 GMT |
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Keir Starmer with Peter Mandelson, then Britain’s ambassador to the US, during a welcome reception at the ambassador's residence in Washington DC in February last year. Photograph: Carl Court/AFP/Getty ImagesView image in fullscreenKeir Starmer with Peter Mandelson, then Britain’s ambassador to the US, during a welcome reception at the ambassador's residence in Washington DC in February last year. Photograph: Carl Court/AFP/Getty ImagesOpinionPeter MandelsonThe Guardian view on Peter Mandelson: the government must come clean on vettingEditorialThe first mistake was appointing the peer despite his links to Jeffrey Epstein.
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