British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's job could be at risk. Reuters
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Firstpost05-02-2026, 18:08

Keir Starmer's Job at Risk Amid Peter Mandelson-Epstein Scandal Fallout

  • UK PM Keir Starmer faces pressure over his handling of the Peter Mandelson scandal, despite not being implicated in the Epstein files himself.
  • Starmer fired Mandelson as UK ambassador after new documents revealed Mandelson's continued close ties to Jeffrey Epstein, including alleged payments.
  • Mandelson, a former government minister, resigned from the House of Lords and the Labour Party, and is now under police investigation for alleged misconduct.
  • Starmer admitted in Parliament he was aware of Mandelson's ties to Epstein during the vetting process for the ambassadorial role but claimed Mandelson misled him on the extent of the relationship.
  • Labour MPs express anger and distrust, with some questioning Starmer's leadership and calling for accountability, potentially putting his position as PM in jeopardy.

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