Yvette Cooper has voiced her “anger” over the decision to appoint Peter Mandelson as Britain’s ambassador to Washington, declaring it should never have been made.The Foreign Secretary’s direct criticism came during appearances on Sunday morning television programmes, marking a significant intervention from one of the Cabinet’s most senior figures.When asked whether a problematic culture in Downing Street had played a role, Ms Cooper offered a candid response.”I do actually feel, I mean, I feel really actually quite angry about some of the issues that we’ve had around, look, Peter Mandelson should never have been appointed,” she told the BBC.
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The Foreign Secretary sought to redirect attention towards those most affected by the controversy.”We have had, obviously, debates in Westminster, but actually the real focus should be on (Jeffrey) Epstein’s victims, and also the work that this Labour Government has been doing to tackle violence against women and girls,” she added.Her remarks arrive at a turbulent moment for Sir Keir Starmer’s government, which has faced mounting pressure from multiple controversies in recent weeks.The Prime Minister’s authority has been shaken by a series of damaging revelations and high-profile departures from Downing Street.Prominent Labour women, including Baroness Harriet Harman, have pointed to a “boys’ club” atmosphere within No10 as a contributing factor to the difficulties besetting the Prime Minister.The troubles extend beyond cultural concerns, encompassing the controversial appointments of both Lord Mandelson and Lord Matthew Doyle, each linked to individuals convicted of sex offences.Three staff members have departed from Downing Street amid the turmoil.LATEST DEVELOPMENTSAndy Burnham’s ex-aide says ‘anyone’ would be a better leader than Keir Starmer: ‘Most hated PM!’Zia Yusuf refuses to rule out right-wing coalition as he boasts huge roles in Reform UK’s cabinetKeir Starmer’s ‘desperate politics’ torn apart by Priti Patel: ‘A failing Prime Minister’Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar went further still, publicly calling upon Sir Keir to step down from his position.The accumulation of these difficulties has placed considerable strain on the Government’s standing.Speaking at the Munich Security Conference on Saturday, Sir Keir acknowledged the domestic difficulties confronting his administration whilst maintaining he had emerged from the week in a stronger position than when it began.The Prime Minister confirmed to The Sun he intends to lead Labour into the next general election, notwithstanding calls from within his own party for him to stand aside.During his Munich address, Sir Keir targeted the defence policies of both the Green Party and Reform UK, warning that “the lamps would go out across Europe once again” should either secure power.Both parties are presently challenging Labour’s majority in the Gorton and Denton by-election.Our Standards:
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