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World · 4 February 2026

Mandelson quits Lords facing police inquiry over alleged Epstein leaks

Mandelson quits Lords facing police inquiry over alleged Epstein leaks

Lord Mandelson quits the House of Lords as the Metropolitan Police launches a probe into allegations he leaked confidential data to Jeffrey Epstein. The scandal engulfs Prime Minister Keir Starmer, while analysts identify Kemi Badenoch and Morgan McSweeney as key figures in the political fallout. The inquiry was reportedly confirmed on February 3, 2026, and authorities are investigating the nature of the alleged leaks of confidential information.

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