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Mandelson received sensitive Foreign Office briefings before vetting finished

Newly released documents reveal that Peter Mandelson received sensitive Foreign Office briefings and met with MI6 officials before completing his security vetting for the role of UK ambassador to the US. The files also expose internal Labour criticism of Keir Starmer and highlight ongoing concerns regarding Mandelson's foreign ties and vetting process.

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Mandelson received sensitive Foreign Office briefings before vetting finished

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