Morgan McSweeney admits ‘serious error of judgment’ over Mandelson appointment – video
Morgan McSweeney has acknowledged a significant mistake in advising the prime minister to appoint Peter Mandelson as the US ambassador. He expressed regret for the impact this decision may have had on the victims of Jeffrey Epstein. McSweeney's admission came during his testimony to the Commons foreign affairs committee.
- ▪Morgan McSweeney admitted to a serious error of judgment regarding the appointment of Peter Mandelson.
- ▪He apologized for any harm caused to Jeffrey Epstein's victims due to this controversy.
- ▪McSweeney made these statements during a session with the Commons foreign affairs committee.
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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 08.04 EDTShareExplore more on these topicsMorgan McSweeneyKeir StarmerPeter Mandelson
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