Mandelson resigns from Labour to prevent ‘further embarrassment’ over Epstein links
The Guardian – World —
Departure from party follows release of documents in US appearing to show Jeffrey Epstein sent former US ambassador $75,000Peter Mandelson has said he has resigned his membership of the Labour party to avoid causing it “further embarrassment” after more revelations about his friendship with Jeffrey Epstein.In a statement given to PA Media, he said he had written this evening to the general secretary of the Labour party, Hollie Ridley. Continue reading...