Politics · 2 February 2026
Brown demands inquiry as Mandelson shared sensitive files with Epstein
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Former Prime Minister Gordon Brown demands an urgent inquiry after 3 million pages of US Department of Justice files revealed Peter Mandelson shared confidential government memos with Jeffrey Epstein. Minister Jones condemned Mandelson’s behavior as "far below standard expected," confirming the former minister discussed private business with the convicted sex offender during the global financial crisis. The Prime Minister has ordered the cabinet secretary to investigate these "shocking" disclosures immediately.
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