- The Conservative Party has urged the Government to demand Lord Peter Mandelson return his severance pay and release all related files.
- Lord Mandelson received £75,000 in severance, despite reportedly having sought over £500,000.
- This call follows revelations that Sir Keir Starmer was warned of a 'general reputational risk' concerning Mandelson's association with Jeffrey Epstein before his Washington appointment.
- A due diligence document, drawn up before Mandelson's appointment, noted reports detailing his links with the convicted financier.
- Cabinet minister Darren Jones stated the Prime Minister 'deeply regrets' Mandelson's appointment, acknowledging it was a mistake, and MPs have ordered the release of relevant documents.
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