Lord Mandelson Accused of Misconduct Over Epstein Emails, Police Reviewing Claims
BBC NewsFebruary 4, 20264 min49,975 views
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- π¨ London's Metropolitan Police are reviewing reports of alleged misconduct in a public office concerning Lord Mandelson.
- π§ The review stems from emails discovered within the Epstein files, suggesting Mandelson forwarded sensitive government information to Jeffrey Epstein.
- π‘ Allegations include Mandelson, as business secretary in 2009, providing Epstein with advance notice of a β¬500 billion EU bailout intended to save the Euro.
- π« Lord Mandelson has not responded to requests for comment on these allegations.
Sarah Ferguson's Charity to Close Amid Epstein Revelations
- π Sarah Ferguson's charity, Sarah's Trust, announced it will close for the foreseeable future following new revelations about her friendship with Jeffrey Epstein.
- π€ Emails suggest Ferguson was in contact with Epstein while he was in prison and sought his advice on her business, 'The Mother's Army'.
- βοΈ She also emailed about meeting for lunch with her daughters shortly after Epstein's release from prison.
- ποΈ The charity stated the closure was under discussion for some months, expressing pride in its work assisting children globally.
Renewed Scrutiny on Prince Andrew
- π Prince Andrew, Sarah Ferguson's former husband, is facing renewed calls to disclose more about his friendship with Jeffrey Epstein.
- βοΈ He has consistently denied any wrongdoing.
Political Reaction to Mandelson Allegations
- π£οΈ MPs have welcomed the police review, with one describing the alleged actions as "treacherous" and "appalling behavior."
- ποΈ Downing Street stated that the Prime Minister believes Lord Mandelson should not be a member of the House of Lords or use his title, though a new law would be needed to remove a peerage.
- β Lord Mandelson has previously questioned the authenticity of some Epstein file documents and expressed regret for knowing Epstein.
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