Keir Starmer has spoken out regarding the scandal surrounding Peter Mandelson and the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Starmer stated that serious evidence has come to light about Mandelson’s ties to Epstein. He offered a full apology to Epstein’s victims and expressed deep regret over his decision to appoint Mandelson as an ambassador.

According to Starmer, Mandelson lied about the true nature of his relationship with Epstein when he was questioned before taking the job. Starmer added that he intended to release all documents related to the appointment, but police advised him not to go public with the records at this time.