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General · 6 February 2026

Harriet Harman warns Starmer over Mandelson scandal

Harriet Harman warns Starmer over Mandelson scandal

Labour peer Harriet Harman warns Prime Minister Keir Starmer risks being toppled by the Peter Mandelson scandal unless he takes immediate action. Speaking on the Electoral Dysfunction podcast on February 6, 2026, Harman branded Starmer "weak" for his handling of the saga. Reports indicate the PM is "fighting for his political life" after being labeled "naive and gullible" for blaming the crisis on Mandelson's lies while ministers repeat apologies.

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