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Starmer Rejects Inquiry into Epstein, Backs Ongoing Police Investigations

2/26/2026

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Keir Starmer resisted calls for a public inquiry into Jeffrey Epstein's alleged trafficking activities at British airports.
Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey urged the government to release Epstein flight logs, aligning with Gordon Brown's request for police investigations into Prince Andrew.
Starmer said ongoing police investigations should proceed before any further action.
Prince Andrew was taken into custody on suspicion of misconduct in public office and later released under investigation.

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Keir Starmer resisted calls for a public inquiry into Jeffrey Epstein's alleged trafficking activities at British airports.
Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey urged the government to release Epstein flight logs, aligning with Gordon Brown's request for police investigations into Prince Andrew.
Starmer said ongoing police investigations should proceed before any further action.
Prince Andrew was taken into custody on suspicion of misconduct in public office and later released under investigation.