Keir Starmer to publish 'big batch' of Peter Mandelson files in just hours

Keir Starmer to publish 'big batch' of Peter Mandelson files in just hours
Labour set to split over Islamophobia law as Home Secretary admits risks |

GB NEWS

Alice Tomlinson

By Alice Tomlinson


Published: 11/03/2026

- 07:43

Updated: 11/03/2026

- 10:14
Alice Tomlinson

By Alice Tomlinson


Published: 11/03/2026

- 07:43

Updated: 11/03/2026

- 10:14

Stay up-to-date with all the latest political coverage from GB News below

No10 will release the first batch of files relating to Lord Mandelson's appointment as US ambassador in just hours.

Darren Jones, who serves as Sir Keir Starmer's Chief Secretary, is expected to address the House of Commons after Prime Minister's Questions.


The decision to delay the announcement until after Sir Keir's weekly Commons showdown sparked cries of "dodging questions” over the vetting process.

Another batch of documents will be released at a later date, GB News understands.

Lord Mandelson was arrested on February 23 on suspicion of misconduct in public office.

The new Labour titan, who resigned from the Labour Party last month, remains under police investigation.

FOLLOW BELOW FOR LIVE UPDATES THROUGHOUT THE DAY…

PICTURED: Peter Mandelson on the move as release of files loom 

'We will play our part!' Rachel Reeves confirms UK open to releasing oil reserves

Rachel Reeves appeared at the Treasury Select Committee this morning

Rachel Reeves appeared at the Treasury Select Committee this morning

|

PA

Rachel Reeves has confirmed the UK is "willing to play its part" in releasing oil reserves amid fears of an energy crisis following the war in Iran.

The Chancellor told MPs at the Treasury Select Committee: “The UK is willing to play its part in using those reserves to put downward pressure on oil prices and ensure that supply remains strong.”

Rachel Reeves admits it's 'too soon' to predict impact of Iran war

Rachel Reeves has admitted it is "too soon" to predict the economic impact of the Iran war.

Speaking at the Treasury Select Committee, the Chancellor said: “It was obvious that there were disruptions to markets and prices."

She added that the Government is "working hard to de-escalate the conflict".

However, the Office for Budget Responsibility warned events in the Middle East could push inflation up by three per cent.

Public can expect 'full transparency' over Peter Mandelson files, says Cabinet Secretary

Darren Jones, Cabinet Secretary and Chancellor of the Lancaster of Duchy, told GB News, there will be "full transparency" from the Government on the release of the Peter Mandelson's files.

He reiterated that the Prime Minister "regrets" the appointment of Lord Mandelson, but that Sir Keir wasn't aware of the "depth and extent of Peter Mandelson's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein".

Mr Jones said some documents won't be published today because they are being analysed by the Metropolitan Police as part of their investigation against the disgraced peer, who was arrested last month over suspicion for misconduct in a public office.

Peter Mandelson denies any wrongdoing.

PICTURED: Lord Mandelson leaves London home ahead of No10 files release

EXPLAINER: What is Al Quds Day?

Al Quds Day, or International Quds Day, is an annual pro-Palestinian event held on the last Friday of Ramadan.

The name comes from the Arabic word for Jerusalem.

The day was first introduced in 1979 in Iran following the Iranian Revolution, when the country’s leader called for demonstrations supporting Palestinians and opposing Israel.

Since then, demonstrations have been held around the Middle East and beyond, including London.

Supporters say the day highlights Palestinian rights and the status of East Jerusalem.

However, critics argue some demonstrations have featured antisemitic rhetoric and hostility toward Israel, making the event highly controversial.

The Government approves Metropolitan Police request to ban Al Quds Day march 

The Government has approved the Met's request to prohibit the Al Quds Day march on Sunday.

Home Secretary, Shabana Mahmood, said the ban was intended to prevent "serious public disorder" as the annual march has been viewed as a pro-Iranian event, despite its organisers saying its more of a pro-Palestine demonstration.

The Met has said the request to the Government was not taken lightly and the threshold to ban a protest was high - this is the first time a protest has been banned since 2012.

Ms Mahmood has allowed for a stationary protest could take place instead, with strict restrictions applied.

Shadow Chancellor, Mel Stride, told GB News the decision by the Home Secretary was "definitely the right decision".

'It's absolutely tragic!' Robert Jenrick likens Birmingham to 'third world country' as bin strike chaos continues

Reform UK MP Robert Jenrick has likened Birmingham to a third-world country in scathing criticism of the city's council as bin strikes enter their second year.

Today marks a year since refuse collectors in England's second-largest city performed a total walkout, leaving residents to endure rat-ridden roads with piles of rubbish piled high.

However, Mr Jenrick declared that a "big moment for change" was coming for Birmingham residents to welcome in new leadership in the city.

The Reform MP told The People's Channel it was "tragic" that residents have been forced to endure such conditions, particularly in the city's poorest regions.

He said: "I went with GB News to Birmingham around [the start of the strikes] and saw for myself the appalling state of the city. And it's such a tragedy.

"I know Birmingham very well. I grew up down the road in Wolverhampton and to see the city, particularly some of its poorest neighbourhoods, looking like a third-world country with rubbish piled up everywhere, it was absolutely tragic.

"It's got to come to an end and the failing council there has got to sort this thing out, get the trade unions round the table and bring this to a conclusion."

Labour kills off nearly 1,000 years of British history as controversial Lords plan passes

Centuries of British history are set to come to an end after a Bill was passed to kick the last hereditary peers out of the House of Lords.

Peers passed the House of Lords (Hereditary Peers) Bill after a deal was struck to offer extra spots to some of those who will lose their seats in the coming months.

Sir Tony Blair first moved to scrap hereditary peers, who inherit their titles through birthright, in 1999.

Now, Sir Keir Starmer's Government will shelve the final 92 dukes, earls, viscounts and barons.

READ THE FULL STORY HERE

 White House admits Keir Starmer's relationship with Donald Trump is broken in attack on 'ungrateful' Britain

The White House has ripped into Sir Keir Starmer's Britain for a "lack of gratitude" in yet another blow to the so-called "special relationship".

Speaking to GB News last night, US special envoy Steve Witkoff delivered a damning assessment of Britain and Europe's reliance on America.

Mr Witkoff, one of Donald Trump's negotiating duo sent around the world for crunch talks with Vladimir Putin, Israel, Hamas and Iran, was probed on whether the PM had upset the special relationship.

"Sometimes we detect that there's not that feeling of gratitude," he said.

READ IN FULL

Keir Starmer to publish 'big batch' of Peter Mandelson files in just hours

Lord Mandelson was appointed as the UK's Ambassador to the US despite his known links with Jeffrey Epstein

Lord Mandelson was appointed as the UK's Ambassador to the US despite his known links with Jeffrey Epstein

|

PA

No10 will release the first batch of files relating to Lord Mandelson's appointment as US ambassador in just hours.

Darren Jones, who serves as Sir Keir Starmer's Chief Secretary, is expected to address the House of Commons after Prime Minister's Questions.

The decision to delay the announcement until after Sir Keir's weekly Commons showdown sparked cries of "dodging questions” over the vetting process.

Another batch of documents will be released at a later date, GB News understands.

Lord Mandelson was arrested on February 23 on suspicion of misconduct in public office.

The new Labour titan, who resigned from the Labour Party last month, remains under police investigation.

More From GB News