Peter Mandelson haunts Labour
· 11 min
Episode Peter Mandelson haunts Labour
Overnight, Peter Mandelson has been released on bail after being arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office.
He has not commented publicly in recent weeks, though he has previously denied any wrongdoing.
How long will this row continue to haunt Labour? With more documents due to be released relating to his appointment as US ambassador, can the party contain the damage — or is this just the beginning?
Elsewhere, Keir Starmer has made an unexpected visit to Gorton and Denton. Is this a show of confidence — or a last-ditch attempt to shore up support?
Tim Shipman and John McTernan, former political secretary to Tony Blair, join Megan McElroy to discuss.
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