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Sunday TelegraphSunday, 19 April 2026

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Starmer accused of Mandelson cover-up

PM insists No 10 was unaware of failed vetting despite officials knowing weeks before

How they framed it

The paper focuses on allegations of a political cover-up regarding vetting failures, highlighting the discrepancy between the Prime Minister's claims of unawareness and officials' prior knowledge.

Context

Keir Starmer's government faces scrutiny over the appointment and vetting of Lord Mandelson, with opponents alleging that internal warnings about his suitability were ignored or suppressed.

Striking phrase

Mandelson cover-up

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Critical of Labour leadership
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