Further Mandelson appointment files expected before Christmas

Politics · First reported 5 Nov, 17:48 · Updated 18:19

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The Cabinet Office is preparing to publish some documents about Peter Mandelson’s appointment as UK ambassador to the US, after police said their release would not prejudice the ongoing investigation. The files are expected before Parliament’s Christmas recess, while other documents remain withheld and some information may be redacted.

Cat Little said the Cabinet Office had been told by the Metropolitan Police that some previously withheld documents can now be published without prejudicing its investigation.
Little expected the publication process to finish before the House rises for Christmas recess on December 17.
The files will be reviewed for possible redactions relating to national security or international relations; ISC members can see unredacted documents before wider publication.
Some documents will remain withheld at police request while their release could affect the ongoing investigation or a later legal process.
The BBC says earlier documents were published in March and June, while other papers were withheld because they were part of a police investigation.

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Key facts

Expected timing: Before the House rises for Christmas recess on December 17.
Documents previously released: More than 1,500 pages, following a February humble address motion.
Police position: The investigation into alleged misconduct in public office is ongoing.
Review: Documents may be redacted for national security or international relations concerns.