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BBC Politics17 Apr 2026
What is Developed Vetting security clearance at centre of Mandelson row?
The former US ambassador was given a security clearance despite concerns being raised during checks.
BBC Politics17 Apr 2026
'Staggering' I was not told Mandelson failed vetting, says PM
The PM is facing calls to resign over the revelation that Lord Mandelson did not pass security checks.
BBC Politics17 Apr 2026
Starmer sacks top Foreign Office official after Mandelson vetting revelations
Sir Olly Robbins has effectively been sacked after his department did not inform the prime minister that Lord Mandelson had failed security vetting.
BBC Politics17 Apr 2026
Swinney denies SNP grocery price cap is 'potty gimmick'
The first minister defends his party's plans to impose a limit on the cost of "essential" items.
BBC Politics17 Apr 2026
Swinney denies SNP grocery price cap is 'potty gimmick'
The first minister defends his party's plans to impose a limit on the cost of "essential" items.
BBC Politics17 Apr 2026
Chris Mason: Mandelson nightmare haunts Starmer again, as senior figure effectively sacked
The prime minister is believed to be absolutely furious over the handling of Lord Mandelson's vetting, Chris Mason writes.
BBC Politics17 Apr 2026
Chris Mason: Mandelson nightmare haunts Starmer again, as senior figure effectively sacked
The prime minister is believed to be absolutely furious over the handling of Lord Mandelson's vetting, Chris Mason writes.
BBC Politics16 Apr 2026
UK seeks closer EU ties in volatile times - but at what cost?
The UK is adopting a "ruthlessly pragmatic" approach to becoming closer to its European neighbours, the UK's EU minister tells the BBC.
BBC Politics16 Apr 2026
UK seeks closer EU ties in volatile times - but at what cost?
The UK is adopting a "ruthlessly pragmatic" approach to becoming closer to its European neighbours, the UK's EU minister tells the BBC.
BBC Politics16 Apr 2026
Top Foreign Office official to leave post after Mandelson vetting row
It comes after it emerged the peer failed security vetting but the Foreign Office still allowed him to take up the post.
BBC Politics16 Apr 2026
Minister considers banning over-the-counter flea treatments for pets
Ministers are considering restricting spot-on treatments and collars to prescriptions from vets and medical professionals.