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Peter Mandelson sought £547,000 severance after Epstein-linked sacking as US ambassador, files reveal

The UK government released 147 redacted pages concerning Peter Mandelson's US ambassador appointment, revealing officials knew about his historical ties to Jeffrey Epstein during the vetting.

What have we learned from release of files relating to former peer’s appointment – and sacking – as UK ambassador to Washington?

The Government has released the first batch of files relating to Lord Peter Mandelson’s appointment as ambassador to the US.

From warnings over the ‘reputational risk’ posed by Lord Mandelson’s appointment to a £75,000 taxpayer-funded payout – here is everything you need to know from the first release of documents

Emails have suggested he initially requested more than £500,000.

The British government released documents concerning Peter Mandelson's appointment as UK ambassador to the US, following revelations of his past friendship with Jeffrey Epstein. Prime Minister Keir Starmer faced pressure after a due diligence report warned of reputational risk, and Mandelson was later dismissed after maintaining contact with Epstein post-conviction.

Release shows that Jonathan Powell warned Morgan McSweeney about the appointment of Mandelson as US ambassador

Government documents relating to Lord Peter Mandelson’s appointment and activity as ambassador to the US were released on Wednesday