Mandelson is being removed as a privy councillor, the PM confirms, after agreeing to it with the King.
Announcement made alongside an extensive explanation of circumstances surrounding Mandelson and action taken.
The PM has been open and honest and acted quickly.
He says Mandelson lied....
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...repeatedly lied throughout the vetting processes.
All information that can be released will be released.
The PM says that he regrets the appointment and had he known what we know now, Mandelson would NEVER have been appointed.
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Feb 4, 2026 12:08Kemi Badenoch could have googled it and found out at least 2 weeks ago that Mandelson lied during the vetting ptocess / interview. It was mentioned in the press. I knew. Why didn't she?
