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Tuesday, February 24, 2026
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Tuesday, February 24, 2026
UK ex-envoy Peter Mandelson released from police custody
Former UK ambassador to the United States, Peter Mandelson, is pictured as he leaves his residence in central London on February 21, 2026. (JUSTIN TALLIS / AFP)
Former British ambassador to the US Peter Mandelson has been released on bail pending further investigation after being arrested by London police on suspicion of misconduct in public office.
Mandelson, 72, was fired from the most prestigious posting in Britain’s diplomatic service in September, when the depth of his friendship with Jeffrey Epstein started to become clear.
Police earlier this month began a criminal investigation into Mandelson after UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s government passed on communications between the former ambassador and Epstein.
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