The Peter Mandelson scandal: What are the lessons for Keir Starmer's government?
An IfG expert webinar explored the fall-out from the vetting and appointment row and the sacking of Sir Olly Robbins.
Government security vetting
How does the UK government's national security vetting system work?
Senior diplomatic appointments
How are the UK's ambassadors and high commissioners appointed – and removed?
The Mandelson vetting blame-game is causing serious damage to ministerial-civil service relations
The sacking of Olly Robbins has been badly handled by Keir Starmer.
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See allThe Mandelson vetting blame-game is causing serious damage to ministerial-civil service relations
The sacking of Olly Robbins has been badly handled by Keir Starmer.
The government still needs a coordinated story on its response to the Middle East war
Keir Starmer needs to seize the news agenda and communicate his response to the Iran crisis.
The “welfare versus defence” framing oversimplifies the difficult trade-offs
Lord Robertson is wrong to suggest welfare cuts alone can pay for defence.
The English devolution bill: small but important steps on public health
Mayors will get more responsibilities on health.
Is the UK (and Keir Starmer) under attack?
The team discuss Britain's national security - and what Keir Starmer should do about it.
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