UK minister Nick Thomas-Symonds described his phone being stolen in October, losing messages including those with Peter Mandelson, which are sought in connection with the Jeffrey Epstein scandal. He called the theft a "nightmare" and confirmed messages were about appointments and Oxford University.
Labour minister Nick Thomas-Symonds stated that MPs are not seeking tax rises to fund benefits, despite leaked messages from Pat McFadden suggesting otherwise. Thomas-Symonds called the messages "embarrassing" but defended the government's transparency.
Labour MPs are not seeking tax rises to fund more benefits, according to Cabinet Office minister Nick Thomas-Symonds. He commented on leaked WhatsApp messages from Pat McFadden suggesting otherwise, calling them "embarrassing" but not reflective of his experience.
Messages between UK minister Nick Thomas-Symonds and Peter Mandelson are missing from Epstein scandal disclosures due to a reported phone theft. Thomas-Symonds' phone was stolen in October, shortly after a meeting with Mandelson. Another senior aide, Morgan McSweeney, also reported a phone theft.
Labour's Wes Streeting met Keir Starmer for 16 minutes, fueling speculation about a potential leadership challenge, ahead of the King's state opening of parliament.
