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Starmer’s chief secretary consoled Mandelson after dismissal as US ambassador, undisclosed texts show
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Darren Jones’s messages include requests for advice on the reshuffle and remarks about former business secretary Jonathan Reynolds. The prime minster’s close ally Darren Jones sent his commiserations to Peter Mandelson after he was sacked as US ambassador in messages that were not disclosed as part of the humble address release.Jones’s texts also included requests for advice on the reshuffle and disobliging comments about the then business secretary Jonathan Reynolds and the influence of trade unions. Continue reading...
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