From 6h ago 19.02 GMT MPs agree to release Mandelson papers to parliament's intelligence committee MPs have agreed that ministers will have to share papers relating to Peter Mandelson’s appointment as US ambassador. Documents relating to Mandelson’s appointment as British ambassador will not be released today, Cabinet Office minister Chris Ward said. The Metropolitan police said it has asked No 10 not to release “certain documents” about Mandelson because it could “undermine” its investigation. Share5h ago 19.56 GMT A Cabinet Officer minister has set out how documents relating to Lord Peter Mandelson will be released to the Parliament’s Intelligence and Security Committee (ISC). She said this may not have been known when Peter Mandelson was appointed ambassador.

Source: The Guardian February 04, 2026 23:54 UTC