And by the way, if that piece is right, Global Consult, the consultancy firm which Mandelson co-founded, was "reportedly absent from his vetting." How on earth is that possible? If you are … (View Post)

Looks corrupt, I'm afraid. Whether Starmer knew what Mandelson was up to or not he really should not be so naive. And frankly, neither should his officials. (View Post)

I am struggling to remember of the hotel I stayed in when at the Supreme Court but it was in reasonable proximity to both the SC and the Houses of Parliament. In the bar there was a bell which rang w… (View Post)

Until recently I would have agreed with your initial assessment but there have been far too many examples of people being sacked or driven out to make him look good or to shore up his position, even … (View Post)

You might say that if he had any aspirations to be a "surprise" candidate for the leadership this would be a golden opportunity to make the right mark. (View Post)