The Daily T Starmer under fire as Mandelson, Andrew and Epstein scandal explodes
Feb 2, 2026
Andrew Lownie, biographer of the Duke of York, offers concise royal expertise. He discusses newly released Epstein files, fresh claims about Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and Lord Mandelson, and possible leaks of government documents. Short, sharp takes cover alleged payments, compromising images and the call for renewed investigations.
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Hidden Intimacy Behind Public Denials
- The Epstein files show many public figures claimed minimal contact but actually had intimate, ongoing relationships with Epstein.
- That pattern reveals how access to power was traded through social ties and influence rather than mere acquaintance.
Payments And Leaked Briefings Linked To Influence
- Documents show Peter Mandelson received payments and shared confidential government briefings with Epstein while in office.
- That suggests potential policy influence and unacceptable disclosure during the financial crisis.
Demand Formal Inquiries For Sensitive Leaks
- Governments should investigate disclosures of market-sensitive information when national crises occur.
- Gordon Brown asked the cabinet secretary to open a wider inquiry into those alleged disclosures.