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Nina Lloyd

YOU WONT BELIEVE: Starmer to face questions on mandelson after files showed risk warning | Mind Blowing Facts

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer (right) and the then British ambassador to the United States Peter Mandelson during a welcome reception (Carl Court/PA) - (PA Wire)

Sir Keir Starmer will face fresh questions about his decision to make Lord Mandelson US ambassador after it emerged he was warned of a “general reputational risk” before the appointment.

The Prime Minister is expected to speak to journalists during a visit to Belfast on Thursday following the release of files showing senior officials had concerns about the peer taking up the role in Washington.

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