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Lord Mandelson

Asked by Gregory StaffordConservativeForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled Answered 26 November 2025UIN 92373

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, if the Government will publish the terms or value of any financial settlement agreed in relation to Lord Mandelson’s cancelled appointment.

Answered by Seema Malhotra

The Department does not publish details of individuals' cases. Lord Mandelson's withdrawal was subject to normal HR processes.

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