The Guardian reports that Mandelson initially failed security vetting, but the Foreign Office overruled the decision to ensure he could get the role

The report highlights significant internal conflicts regarding transparency within the UK government, particularly around the security vetting of Mandelson.

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The Guardian reports that Mandelson initially failed security vetting, but the Foreign Office overruled the decision to ensure he could get the role

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The piece also suggests that senior government officials have been mulling whether to withhold documents from parliament.

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