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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

The Guardian - UK

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

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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

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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.

Evening Standard

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

The Guardian - UK

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.

Evening Standard

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’

The Independent UK

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

The Guardian - UK

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.

Evening Standard

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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

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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

Evening Standard

No 10 defends approach to Alaa Abd El-Fattah’s case amid calls for deportation

The activist, recently released after years of detention in Egypt, wrote tweets which appeared to show him calling for violence against Zionists.

The Independent UK

No 10 defends handling of Alaa Abd El-Fattah case amid calls for deportation

Both the Conservatives and Reform UK have called for his British citizenship to be revoked due to Mr Abd El-Fattah’s previous social media posts

The Independent UK

Keir Starmer gave peerage to former aide who campaigned for child sex offender

Downing Street has admitted that Matthew Doyle’s links with Sean Morton were ‘thoroughly investigated’ before he was nominated for a peerage

Evening Standard

No 10 denies dodging scrutiny after axing afternoon press briefings

No 10 conceded the changes would be ‘difficult’ and kept ‘under review’ but insisted they were necessary to ‘modernise’ Government communications.

The Guardian - UK

Should people wear a mask in public if they feel unwell with flu?

With NHS and No 10 advice differing, we look at best practice for flu prevention and protection

The Guardian - UK

People urged to wear masks when they are ill as UK faces ‘tidal wave’ of flu

NHS Providers boss says those who are ‘coughing and sneezing’ should wear face coverings on public transport

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