Morgan McSweeney admits ‘serious error of judgment’ over Mandelson appointment – video
Morgan McSweeney, Keir Starmer's former chief of staff, admitted a 'serious error of judgment' in advising the prime minister to appoint Peter Mandelson as US ambassador. He made the remarks in a statement to the Commons foreign affairs committee, acknowledging the harm caused to Jeffrey Epstein's victims. McSweeney apologized for any role the controversy played in causing further distress. The admission comes amid scrutiny over the handling of the diplomatic appointment.
- ▪Morgan McSweeney admitted a 'serious error of judgment' in advising Keir Starmer to appoint Peter Mandelson as US ambassador.
- ▪He appeared before the Commons foreign affairs committee to deliver his statement.
- ▪McSweeney apologized for the harm caused to Jeffrey Epstein's victims by the controversy.
- ▪The recommendation sparked public and political backlash due to Mandelson's past associations.
- ▪No formal appointment of Mandelson was ultimately made.
- ▪The incident has intensified debate over vetting processes for high-level diplomatic roles.
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2:03Morgan McSweeneyMorgan McSweeney admits ‘serious error of judgment’ over Mandelson appointment – videoKeir Starmer’s former chief of staff Morgan McSweeney has said that advising the prime minister to appoint Peter Mandelson as US ambassador was a 'serious error of judgment'. In an opening statement to the Commons foreign affairs committee, McSweeney said he recognised the harm done to Jeffrey Epstein's victims and apologised for 'any part this controversy has played in causing further hurt' UK politics live Source: ReutersTue 28 Apr 2026 07.29 EDTLast modified on Tue 28 Apr 2026 07.37 EDTShareExplore more on these topicsMorgan McSweeneyKeir StarmerPeter Mandelson
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