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What next for embattled Starmer after Mandelson scandal?

Sir Keir Starmer’s grip on power looks increasingly shaky after the latest revelations about Peter Mandelson led to questions on his judgment.

Evening Standard

Police search properties related to Peter Mandelson investigation - as it happened

The police said they were carrying out search warrants at two addresses, one in Wiltshire and another in north London

The Guardian - UK

No 10 defies calls to sack Morgan McSweeney over Mandelson appointment

Amid warnings McSweeney’s survival would leave his position ‘untenable’, PM apologises to Epstein’s victims for appointing Mandelson as US ambassador

The Guardian - UK

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Trump says Starmer’s Chagos Islands deal was ‘the best he could make’

The US president said he had ‘very productive discussions’ with the Prime Minister about Diego Garcia, where a UK-US military base is located.

Evening Standard

‘If someone had pulled the trigger’: MPs rue lack of challenger to oust Starmer

PM clings to power after a day when Commons mutiny filled the air, as fallout over Mandelson appointment continues

The Guardian - UK

Mandelson files will be published even if embarrassing to No 10, says ISC chair

Documents relating to US ambassador appointment being assessed for release by intelligence and security committee

The Guardian - UK

How much did Starmer really know about Mandelson’s ties to Epstein?

No 10 is under huge pressure to reveal exactly how the former peer was vetted for his job as US ambassador

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Last chance, Keir? MPs in despair as crisis engulfs Downing Street

No 10’s misjudgment over Mandelson has left Labour MPs increasingly aware of the fallibility of the PM and his team

The Guardian - UK

Mandelson scandal shortens odds on Starmer following him out the door

Appointment of the ex-ambassador despite tarnished past raises potentially fatal doubts about judgment of PM and his team

The Guardian - UK

Mandelson let his country down, PM says in call to ‘move at pace’

He has also tasked officials with drafting legislation that will allow the former ambassador’s peerage to be removed.

Evening Standard

Mandelson could face police inquiry over alleged leak to Epstein

Met police assessing reports of alleged misconduct in public office after government information apparently shared

The Guardian - UK

Burnham accuses No 10 sources of lying about byelection decision

Manchester mayor suggests claims he was told Labour would not give him permission to stand were untrue

The Guardian - UK

Tuesday briefing: Why Labour banned Burnham – and what the ‘King of the North’ might do next

In today’s newsletter: By putting out one fire, Labour might have ignited several others

The Guardian - UK

UK and US ‘working together’ on Diego Garcia arrangements, No 10 says

It came after the Government postponed a parliamentary debate on its Chagos Islands deal.

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Andy Burnham’s road back to parliament would be a bumpy one

Greater Manchester mayor said to have ‘zero’ chance of NEC selection, but public fuss may just embarrass No 10 enough

Evening Standard

Putin’s Board of Peace invite ‘concerning’, No 10 says, as Starmer mulls offer

The board is part of Donald Trump’s 20-point peace plan to bring a sustained end to the conflict in Gaza.

Evening Standard

Starmer to press ahead with Chagos Islands handover despite Trump criticism

Ministers say the deal is necessary because international court rulings on Mauritian sovereignty had threatened the future of the base.

The Independent UK

Wes Streeting allies hit out at ‘stupid’ briefings after ministers ‘urge Starmer to sack him for disloyalty’

Senior government figures are reportedly pressing for Mr Streeting's removal, citing his ‘outspoken opinions’

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No 10 condemns ‘insulting’ move by X to restrict Grok AI image tool

Spokesperson says limiting access to paying subscribers just makes ability to generate unlawful images a premium service

Evening Standard

No 10 refuses to comment as US reportedly seizing Venezuela-linked oil tanker

US forces are reportedly attempting to seize the Marinera, a Russian-flagged vessel previously known as Bella-1.

The Independent UK

Andy Burnham is Labour’s best hope of keeping Farage out of No 10, according to UK’s top pollster

With rumours swirling about a coup against Starmer, Britain’s leading polling guru told The Independent that he would not be surprised if one of the main party leaders is replaced in 2026

The Guardian - UK

Downing Street has only itself to blame for lack of grip on Whitehall, say experts

Ex-No 10 adviser Paul Ovenden says ‘political perma-class’ has distracted government, but critics argue ministers already have power to act

The Independent UK

No 10 apology over John Major’s birthday message to the Queen Mother

Newly-released files show Downing Street apologised after PM’s telegram was addressed in an ‘improper manner’.

The Independent UK

No 10 blocked release of Tony Blair’s call with French president after Princess Diana’s death

Officials ruled that publication of a memo outlining the discussion between Tony Blair and Jacques Chirac was ‘fundamentally not in the public interest’, newly-declassified documents reveal

The Independent UK

No 10 forced to apologise over John Major’s ‘improper’ birthday message to Queen Mother, new files reveal

Despite the faux pas, the Queen Mother still telegrammed Mr Major and his wife to thank them

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