Hundreds of papers relating to his appointment as ambassador to the US to be put into public domain today
The timing of the documents’ release – following PMQs – has led to accusations from the Conservatives that Keir Starmer is attempting to “dodge questions” about Mandelson’s vetting and appointment.
Shadow Cabinet Office minister Alex Burghart said: “His fingers are all over this.
“He’s already admitted that he knew about Mandelson’s ongoing relationship with Epstein when he appointed him.
“Time and again his judgment has been found wanting.”
