David Lammy

Ministers rally around Keir Starmer as leadership questions grow over Mandelson saga – UK politics live

The controversy over Mandelson's appointment raises significant questions about leadership integrity and decision-making within the UK government.

• •Liz Kendall defended Keir Starmer's integrity
• •Peter Mandelson failed security vetting
• •Kendall stated Starmer would not have proceeded with the appointment