Sagrada Familia reaches full height after 144 years – but still isn’t finished Barcelona’s Sagrada Familia will reach its highest point as workers place a cross on its central Tower of Jesus Christ The Independent UK · Feb 20
Global Counsel: Mandelson’s lobbying firm collapses into administration after Epstein scandal Documents released in recent weeks laid bare the apparent extent of Lord Mandelson’s relationship with Jeffrey Epstein The Independent UK · Feb 20
Mandelson-founded firm collapses into administration after clients cut ties Global Counsel said it had stopped trading and that UK staff were being made redundant. The Independent UK · Feb 20
From Bill Gates to former prince Andrew: The biggest names felled by the Epstein files In most cases, the documents do not accuse those named of participating in Epstein’s crimes. The consequences have instead flowed from the visibility of continued contact, personal familiarity, or financial links that became publicly indefensible once exposed. The Times of India · Feb 20
Epstein considered buying record label for access to women The financier’s associate suggested he invest in the music industry as it’s ‘related to P’ The Independent UK · Feb 20
Former Prince Andrew was arrested. Bill Gates backed away from a speech. For these power players, the Epstein walls are closing in Many cite the need to avoid further “distraction” as they step down. Fortune · Feb 19
Who is Antonia Romeo? Inside the rise of Starmer’s ‘Marmite’ pick to lead UK Civil Service Former colleagues have praised Dame Antonia as ‘dynamic’ and ‘whip smart’ The Independent UK · Feb 19
Global Counsel calls in administrators, blaming Peter Mandelson ‘maelstrom’ Advisory firm has lost string of clients despite efforts to cut ties with co-founder after Epstein revelations The Guardian - UK · Feb 19
From ambassadors to CEOs: The high-profile resignations tied to new Epstein files — check full list New documents from Jeffrey Epstein's files are causing a stir. These papers detail years of communication linking the disgraced financier to powerful individuals worldwide. While Europe has seen swift consequences like resignations and investigations, the United States has experienced a more subdued reaction. Several prominent figures are facing scrutiny and… The Times of India · Feb 19
Lobbying firm co-founded by Peter Mandelson set to enter administration The appointment of administrators at Global Counsel could come as soon as Friday. Evening Standard · Feb 19
Every UK police investigation into Epstein after bombshell files release The tranche of two million Epstein files has sparked numerous probes from UK police forces The Independent UK · Feb 19
Tech firms must remove ‘revenge porn’ in 48 hours or risk being blocked, says Starmer PM says measure, also applied to deepfake nudes, is needed owing to a ‘national emergency’ of online misogyny The Guardian - UK · Feb 18
UK police forces assess allegations from Epstein files British police forces are working together to assess potential crimes revealed in documents from the U.S. Justice Department’s investigation into the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein The Independent UK · Feb 18
Andrew ‘owes it to victims’ of Epstein to say what he knows, Reeves claims The Chancellor gave her thoughts on the ongoing scandal on Wednesday. Evening Standard · Feb 18
The Guardian - UK · Feb 18 While we’re seeking to fix what’s wrong with Britain, look hard at our policy-lite, sensation-seeking media Mandelson, Trump, Send: all need explanation with thought and clarity. We must end this obsession with ‘hot takes’, says Roger Mosey, former head of BBC TV News
The Independent UK · Feb 18 Fallout from Epstein and Mandelson puts Britain's House of Lords under scrutiny Britain’s House of Lords is facing scrutiny as an indirect result of the Jeffrey Epstein files
The Independent UK · Feb 17 Peter Mandelson appears in Blair documentary saying ex-PM left ‘brutality to others’ Peter Mandelson has appeared in a new Channel 4 documentary series delving into Tony Blair’s rise to power, calling out the ex-Prime Minister's “brutality.”
The Independent UK · Feb 17 Andrew should get ‘safe passage’ to testify over Epstein without fear of arrest, lawyer says The lawyer argued that Andrew has an “obligation” to disclose what he knows about the late financier
Evening Standard · Feb 17 Offer Andrew ‘safe passage’ to testify over Epstein – Virginia Giuffre’s lawyer David Boies said Andrew has an ‘obligation’ to reveal what he knows about the paedophile financier.
The Independent UK · Feb 16 Epstein’s global reach: The countries that have launched investigations into paedophile’s connections so far IN FOCUS: Jeffrey Epstein’s ties to global figures have prompted multiple probes far beyond the United States. James C. Reynolds reports
The Independent UK · Feb 16 Starmer defends cabinet secretary frontrunner amid questions over her management style The prime minister’s official spokesperson insisted that Antonia Romeo’s record ‘speaks for itself’
The Independent UK · Feb 15 Starmer urged to investigate links between Government and ‘creepy spy scandal’ A think tank is said to have hired a PR firm to investigate reporters to identify their sources for stories about campaign funding breaches.
The Guardian - UK · Feb 15 ‘Nobody above law,’ says DPP amid claims against Andrew Head of Crown Prosecution Service says he is confident police will examine any evidence of potential misconduct
The Guardian - UK · Feb 15 There’s no end in sight to Starmer’s struggles Letters: Readers respond to an editorial and other articles on the fallout of the Peter Mandelson scandal
The Guardian - UK · Feb 15 Jonathan Powell rejects overtures to replace McSweeney as Starmer’s chief of staff Exclusive: Powell, who held post under Blair, is said to be considering leaving current role as national security adviser