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Mandelson Faces Calls to Return £40K Pay-Off Amid Epstein Scandal

2/8/2026

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Lord Peter Mandelson (UK peer) received a taxpayer-funded pay-off of up to £40,000 after being sacked as the UK ambassador to the US for ties with Epstein.
The Foreign Office began a review of the pay-off after Epstein-related documents.
The Metropolitan Police are investigating Mandelson for alleged misconduct in public office after searches.
Labour MPs urge Mandelson to return the money or donate it.

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Story summary

Lord Peter Mandelson (UK peer) received a taxpayer-funded pay-off of up to £40,000 after being sacked as the UK ambassador to the US for ties with Epstein.
The Foreign Office began a review of the pay-off after Epstein-related documents.
The Metropolitan Police are investigating Mandelson for alleged misconduct in public office after searches.
Labour MPs urge Mandelson to return the money or donate it.