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Lord Mandelson

Asked by Ben Obese-JectyConservativeForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled Answered 30 March 2026UIN 123100

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To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, on what date Lord Mandelson (a) was appointed to and (b) commenced his role as Ambassador to the United States of America.

Answered by Seema Malhotra

Peter Mandelson's appointment was announced on 20 December 2024 and he commenced his role as Ambassador to the United States of America on 10 February 2025.

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