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Starmer Fires Mandelson Amid Epstein Controversy, Hints at Rayner Return
10/11/2025
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Story summary
- Sir Keir Starmer sacked Peter Mandelson due to his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein.
- Mandelson sent supportive emails to Epstein while he faced jail for sex offenses.
- Starmer faced Tory criticism for appointing Mandelson as UK ambassador to the US.
- Starmer hinted at a return for Angela Rayner, praising her contributions and expressing sadness over her resignation.
