Downing Street confirmed Keir Starmer uses disappearing messages on WhatsApp, raising questions about transparency regarding Peter Mandelson's appointment as ambassador to Washington. The government released documents, but Starmer's direct messages were limited, with many potentially lost due to the auto-delete function.
Leaked WhatsApp messages from Peter Mandelson offer candid, often critical, insights into Keir Starmer's government, including assessments of ministers and advice on political strategy. Mandelson declined to fully cooperate with document requests related to the leaks.
Government documents reveal no record of security mitigations for Peter Mandelson's appointment as Washington ambassador, despite assurances to MPs. Files detail concerns over foreign associations, raising questions about vetting processes.
A costly refuelling saga affecting Australia's Antarctic icebreaker might not be resolved for another three years under most options, internal government documents reveal.
