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News|Business and EconomyUK police to review misconduct claims after Mandelson’s leaks to EpsteinPrime Minister Keir Starmer says ex-envoy Peter Mandelson should no longer hold a seat in the upper house of parliament.

The Metropolitan Police in the United Kingdom is reviewing allegations of misconduct in public office following revelations concerning the former UK ambassador to Washington, Peter Mandelson. It was reported that Mandelson leaked confidential government…

DBy Derek VaughnFeb 03, 20261 min read

The Metropolitan Police in the United Kingdom is reviewing allegations of misconduct in public office following revelations concerning the former UK ambassador to Washington, Peter Mandelson. It was reported that Mandelson leaked confidential government information to the late financier Jeffrey Epstein.

The police announcement on Monday follows the disclosure of investigative files by United States authorities. These files indicated that Mandelson shared information about asset sales, tax changes, and significant bailout plans with Epstein while serving as a UK minister in 2009 and 2010.

Metropolitan Police Commander Ella Marriott stated, "Following this release and subsequent media reporting, the Met has received a number of reports relating to alleged misconduct in public office. The reports will all be reviewed to determine if they meet the criminal threshold for investigation." She added that any new and relevant information would be assessed and investigated as appropriate.

The statement from the police did not mention Mandelson by name. However, it was issued after the leader of the Scottish National Party urged the police commissioner to investigate Mandelson for alleged misconduct.

It was reported that Mandelson leaked confidential government information to the late financier Jeffrey Epstein.
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On Monday, Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced an inquiry into Mandelson’s connections with Epstein. Starmer, who had previously removed Mandelson from his diplomatic post in Washington, also suggested that Mandelson should lose his lifelong appointment to the UK’s upper house of parliament.

On Sunday, Mandelson resigned from the Labour Party, citing a desire to prevent further embarrassment to his colleagues.

Additionally, the charity founded by Sarah Ferguson, the ex-wife of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, announced its closure amid revelations regarding her relationship with Epstein. A spokesperson stated, "Our chair Sarah Ferguson and the board of trustees have agreed that with regret the charity will shortly close for the foreseeable future."

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In related developments, the US Justice Department reported the removal of thousands of Epstein-related files from the internet. This action followed concerns from lawyers representing some of Epstein's alleged victims about exposed identities due to insufficient document redactions.

Based on reporting by Al Jazeera.

AI transparency. This article was produced with the assistance of artificial intelligence and published under human editorial oversight. AI systems can make mistakes. Read how we use AI (EU AI Act, Art. 50).
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