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Lord Mandelson

Asked by Charlie DewhirstConservativeForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled Answered 20 October 2025UIN 80099

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, whether Lord Mandelson will receive severance pay following his withdrawal as Ambassador to the United States of America.

Answered by Seema Malhotra

Lord Mandelson's withdrawal is undergoing normal HR processes.

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