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Labour MPs urge Government not to appeal against Palestine Action ruling

The ruling, made on Friday, could have implications for thousands of people arrested for supporting the group at protests across the country.

Evening Standard

US lawmakers ask Mandelson to testify to Congress over Epstein relationship

Letter says it is clear the former US ambassador ‘holds critical information’ for their investigation into Epstein

The Guardian - UK

Peter Mandelson summoned to testify in front of US Congress in Jeffrey Epstein investigation

Congress say they believe the former business secretary may hold ‘critical information’ on the late sex offender’s co-conspirators and enablers

Evening Standard

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Starmer ‘knew ex-comms chief Lord Doyle supported paedophile councillor’

Matthew Doyle told Keir Starmer’s communications chief he supported Sean Morton before his conviction, but did not reveal he campaigned alongside him

The Independent UK

Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy condemns Labour briefings ‘dripping with misogyny’

It comes after the Prime Minister held talks with female Labour parliamentarians earlier on Wednesday.

Evening Standard

Peers under pressure: how to reform Britain’s House of Lords

Letters: Readers respond to the Green peer Jenny Jones’s article on parliament’s unelected chamber

The Guardian - UK

‘It’s the only way I talk to my friends’: What do 16-year-olds really think about a social media ban?

As the government contemplates banning social media for under-16s, The Independent heard from those who know what it is like to grow up in online world

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Lib Dems suspend Chris Rennard amid new inquiry into sexual harassment claims

Party says it has received advice that 2013 investigation of allegations against peer was ‘flawed in several respects’

The Guardian - UK

Lib Dem peer suspended amid fresh sexual harassment allegations probe

Lord Rennard is facing a fresh investigation into sexual harassment allegations against him

The Independent UK

Lib Dems suspend Lord Rennard and launch new sexual harassment investigation

The party’s former chief executive was subjected to investigations into the claims more than a decade ago.

Evening Standard

We owe it to Epstein’s victims and to British democracy to demand historic change

The abuse of women by figures such as Epstein, and of political power by the likes of Mandelson, must be confronted. As far as I am able, I will play my part, says former UK prime minister Gordon Brown

The Guardian - UK

Mandelson lobbying firm sought work with Russia and China state companies, Epstein emails show

Former minister and Benjamin Wegg-Prosser met disgraced financier before formal foundation of Global Counsel

The Guardian - UK

Restoring Palace of Westminster could cost £40bn and take 61 years

Home of UK parliament spends £1.5m a week on repairs but critics say restoration proposals lack accountability

The Guardian - UK

Lord Triesman obituary

Former Labour party general secretary and chair of the FA who was described as ‘too straight, too honest and too nice’ to succeed

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The Guardian - UK

Chris Rokos hedge fund ends talks with Peter Mandelson on advisory role

Rokos Capital Management was in discussions to hire former ambassador to US until latest Epstein revelations

The Guardian - UK

Thursday briefing: Will the Epstein files threaten Peter Mandelson’s legacy?

In today’s newsletter: A police investigation, newly released documents and long‑standing questions about accountability have converged to place one of Labour’s most enduring figures under unprecedented scrutiny

Evening Standard

Swinney orders investigation into Scottish Government dealings with Mandelson

Peter Mandelson is being probed by police over allegations of misconduct in public office.

Evening Standard

Starmer: Mandelson lied over ambassador job and has betrayed the nation

Lord Mandelson has quit the House of Lords, been thrown out of the Privy Council and faces a police investigation over his links with Jeffrey Epstein.

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The Guardian - UK

Peter Mandelson is fleeing the House of Lords: now let’s throw out all the other rogues and idlers

The disgraced politician throws all that is wrong with our present system into sharp focus. We need a second chamber the public can trust, says Jenny Jones, a Green party peer

Evening Standard

Mandelson should not have been US ambassador, says Sarwar

The Scottish Labour leader said the appointment was ‘clearly a mistake’.

The Independent UK

UK will release files related to Mandelson's ambassador appointment in more Epstein fallout

The British government has agreed to release emails and documents related to Peter Mandelson's appointment as ambassador to the U.S. despite his ties to Jeffrey Epstein

The Conversation

Peter Mandelson steps down from the House of Lords – but he still has his title

Peter Mandelson has stepped down from the House of Lords over fresh revelations about his links to deceased sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. These now include emails suggesting thousands of pounds were sent to Mandelson’s husband, that Mandelson lobbied against US bank reforms on behalf of Epstein while he was a…

The Independent UK

Mandelson facing police probe over Epstein emails as he quits House of Lords

Prime minister accuses Mandelson of letting ‘his country down’ as the disgraced peer bows to pressure and quits House of Lords

The Independent UK

Watch: Moment House of Lords speaker announces Mandelson to step down

Lord Peter Mandelson will quit the House of Lords amid allegations he passed market-sensitive information to paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein, the Lord Speaker has announced.

Evening Standard

Mandelson quits Lords over Epstein scandal

Lord Mandelson had faced legislation being drawn up to remove him from the House of Lords.

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