UK PM Starmer faces pressure over Peter Mandelson's ambassador appointment despite failed security checks
Prime Minister Keir Starmer is under increasing pressure after it was revealed that Peter Mandelson was appointed as the United Kingdom's ambassador to the United States despite failing to obtain top security clearances.The controversy has sparked a political crisis with calls for Starmer to explain the appointment and address concerns in Parliament.Mandelson, a former prominent politician with links to Jeffrey Epstein, was appointed ambassador in late 2024.However, it has now emerged that he did not pass the necessary security vetting required for such a sensitive diplomatic role.The revelation has led to widespread criticism and intensified calls for Starmer's resignation.The Prime... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Apr 2026 12:02 LONDON
