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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
David Maddox

Morgan McSweeney quits as Keir Starmer’s Downing Street chief of staff over Mandelson scandal

Morgan McSweeney has resigned as Keir Starmer’s Downing Street chief of staff over his role in the appointment of Peter Mandelson as US ambassador.

Sir Keir’s right-hand man, who was credited with masterminding Labour’s landslide election victory in 2024, has stepped down from his role, claiming he takes “full responsibility” for the advice to hire Lord Mandelson.

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