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Peter Mandelson, former British ambassador to the U.S., attends an interview pre-recorded for the BBC's 'Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg' TV programme, in London, Britain, January 10, 2026.

Peter Mandelson investigated by police for alleged misconduct over Epstein emails

Politics 2 hours ago By Craig Munro

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Could Peter Mandelson face jail over Epstein files revelations?

Politics 4 hours ago By Craig Munro

Jeffrey Epstein files 'referred to the police' after Mandelson accused of leaking secrets

Politics 5 hours ago By Isobel Frodsham

Fiona Goddard during a press conference setting out proposed terms of reference for a national inquiry into grooming gangs. Picture date: Monday December 8, 2025. PA Photo. Photo credit should read: Lucy North/PA Wire

Grooming gang survivors feel 'betrayed and distressed' after victims panel is axed

Politics 5 hours ago By Luke Alsford

Keir Starmer and Peter Mandelson walking next to each other and smiling.

Kemi Badenoch: Spineless Starmer has shown his true colours over Peter Mandelson

Politics 11 hours ago By Kemi Badenoch

EDITORS NOTE: The Press Association has been unable to contact the copyright holder of this photograph. Subscribers are advised that they may be approached by the individual or organisation concerned for payment.BEST QUALITY AVAILABLE Handout document issued by the US Department of Justice which appears to show Lord Mandelson in his underwear speaking to an unknown person wearing a bathrobe. The image appears in the documents known as the "Epstein Files" released by the Department of Justice. Issue date: Monday February 02, 2026. PA Photo. Photo credit should read: US Department of Justice/PA Wire NOTE TO EDITORS: This handout photo may only be used for editorial reporting purposes for the contemporaneous illustration of events, things or the people in the image or facts mentioned in the caption. Reuse of the picture may require further permission from the copyright holder.

Police investigate misconduct reports after 'sensitive' emails from Mandelson to Epstein

Politics 1 day ago By Craig Munro

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM - DECEMBER 02, 2025: Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State in the Home Office Jess Phillips arrives in Downing Street during the weekly Cabinet meeting in London, United Kingdom on December 02, 2025. (Photo credit should read Wiktor Szymanowicz/Future Publishing via Getty Images)

'The rise in reported sex offences is a good thing - here's why'

Politics 5 days ago By Craig Munro

A handout photo made available by Number 10 Downing Street of British Prime Minister Keir Starmer (C) being greeted by a guard of honor after he arrived for a state visit to China in Beijing, China, 28 January 2026.

Did Keir Starmer really take a 'burner plane' to China because of bugging fears?

Politics 6 days ago By Craig Munro

A vet examining a dog's ear.

Pet owners will soon know exactly how much they face paying in vets' fees

Politics 7 days ago By Craig Munro

People relax at a pub at Borough Market, London, UK, on a sunny day.

Venue bosses hit out at business rates slash and say it's a 'sticking plaster'

Politics January 27, 2026 By Craig Munro

Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood watching a live policing operation during a tour of the Lambeth Central Communications Command Centre in London.

More AI in crime-fighting is on the way despite West Midlands Police row

Politics January 26, 2026 By Craig Munro

epa12567191 Britain???s Prime Minister Kier Starmer reacts as he meets with German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier (not pictured) at Downing Street in London, Britain, 03 December 2025. President Steinmeier is on a three day state visit to the United Kingdom. EPA/CHRIS RATCLIFFE / POOL

Starmer speaks out for first time since blocking Burnham by-election bid

Politics January 26, 2026 By Craig Munro

An AI-generated image of a young purple-hair girl with a cigarette in her mouth, holding a picture of Keir Starmer that has been set alight, while wearing a union jack flag

How did an AI-generated purple-haired goth become a symbol for the UK far right?

UK January 26, 2026 By Sarah Ping

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 22: Mayor of Manchester Andy Burnham attends the funeral of Gary Mounfield, also known as Mani, at Manchester Cathedral on December 22, 2025 in Manchester, England. Mani is known for being the bass guitarist in rock bands The Stone Roses and Primal Scream. He died on November 20, 2025 at the age of 63 after suffering from a long-standing lung condition. (Photo by Ryan Jenkinson/Getty Images)

Andy Burnham says he's 'concerned' over Labour's decision to bar him from by-election

Politics January 25, 2026 By Craig Munro

WINDSOR, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 17: King Charles III and US President Donald Trump inspect the Guard of Honour during the State visit by the President of the United States of America at Windsor Castle on September 17, 2025 in Windsor, England. (Photo by Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images)

King's intervention 'was behind Trump's backtrack over jibe at UK troops'

World January 25, 2026 By Sarah Hooper

US President Donald Trump (R) arrives at the "Board of Peace" meeting during the World Economic Forum (WEF) annual meeting in Davos on January 22, 2026. US President Donald Trump will show off his new "Board of Peace" at Davos on January 22, 2026 burnishing his claim to be a peacemaker a day after backing off his own threats against Greenland. Originally meant to oversee the rebuilding of Gaza after the war between Hamas and Israel, the board's charter does not limit its role to the Strip, and has sparked concerns that Trump wants it to rival the United Nations. (Photo by Mandel NGAN / AFP via Getty Images)

Autocrat Avengers assemble at Davos after Trump unveils his Board of Peace

Politics January 22, 2026 By Craig Munro

Danish soldiers during shooting practice at an undisclosed location in Greenland.

Trump won't get control of Greenland under new Nato deal, Foreign Secretary confirms

Politics January 22, 2026 By Craig Munro

House of Lords backs social media ban for under-16s

UK January 22, 2026 By Sarah Hooper

What would a social media ban for under-16s in the UK look like?

Tech January 22, 2026 By Josh Milton

Elementary age boy using a tablet in a safety way to study at home

Expert studying Australia social media ban warns UK: 'Wait until we know impact'

Politics January 21, 2026 By Craig Munro