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ongoing UK political crisis surrounding Prime Minister Keir Starmer's appointment of Lord Peter Mandelson as US Ambassador—and subsequent parliamentary testimony from Sir Olly Robbins on April 21, 2026—reveals systemic governance failures that carry indirect but significant implications for cross-border e-commerce sellers operating in UK and EU markets. While the news focuses on diplomatic appointments and security vetting procedures, the underlying pattern of political dysfunction, procedural failures, and institutional distrust signals broader regulatory instability that affects seller confidence in UK trade policy implementation.\n\n**The Governance Pattern and Seller Impact**: The scandal demonstrates three critical governance failures: (1) ministerial pressure overriding established security procedures, (2) deliberate withholding of information from Parliament, and (3) scapegoating of officials rather than accepting accountability. These patterns suggest a government struggling with institutional discipline and transparent decision-making. For cross-border sellers, this matters because regulatory compliance depends on clear, consistently-enforced rules. When government institutions lose credibility internally, external stakeholders—including international traders—face uncertainty about policy enforcement, regulatory interpretation, and dispute resolution. The Starmer administration's credibility damage (with calls for resignation from multiple opposition parties and Labour MPs) creates a governance vacuum that typically precedes policy shifts, regulatory delays, or sudden enforcement changes.\n\n**Indirect E-Commerce Implications**: UK-based sellers and those shipping to UK/EU markets face three specific risks: (1) **Regulatory Uncertainty**: A weakened government typically delays major policy announcements (trade agreements, VAT reforms, customs procedures) to avoid additional controversy. This creates a 6-12 month window of policy limbo where sellers cannot plan long-term compliance strategies. (2) **Trade Policy Delays**: The UK government's credibility crisis coincides with ongoing post-Brexit trade negotiations and potential US-UK trade discussions (referenced in the news regarding Trump's second term and Mandelson's ambassador role). Political instability typically delays these negotiations, leaving sellers uncertain about tariff changes, customs procedures, and regulatory alignment. (3) **Institutional Inconsistency**: When government institutions lose internal trust (as evidenced by the Foreign Office vetting scandal), external regulatory bodies become less predictable. HMRC (Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs), which oversees VAT compliance and customs duties for cross-border sellers, may face leadership changes or policy reversals, creating compliance uncertainty.\n\n**Market Confidence Indicator**: The scandal also signals broader concerns about the Labour government's decision-making quality since its July 2024 election victory. Multiple senior officials have criticized Starmer's judgment, and opposition leaders are calling for resignation. This level of institutional criticism typically precedes either government collapse or significant policy reversals. For sellers, this means the regulatory environment they planned around in 2024-2025 may shift substantially in 2026-2027. The 9-month timeline from Mandelson's appointment (early 2025) to his firing (September 2025) demonstrates how quickly government decisions can reverse when credibility erodes—a pattern sellers should monitor for other policy areas.",[57,60,63,66,69,72,75,78],{"title":58,"answer":59,"author":5,"avatar":5,"time":5},"How does Starmer's pattern of poor judgment affect seller confidence in UK trade policy?","Starmer's documented pattern of poor judgment—Mandelson appointment despite failed vetting, repeated policy reversals, failure to deliver promised economic growth—signals a PM who may rush through trade decisions without adequate stakeholder consultation. Opposition leader Kemi Badenoch's criticism of his 'lack of curiosity' suggests Starmer avoids due diligence. For sellers, this means trade policy changes could arrive with minimal warning or seller input. Establish direct relationships with UK Department for Business and Trade contacts, join seller advocacy groups, and monitor parliamentary trade committees for early policy signals. Diversify political risk by maintaining relationships with both Labour and Conservative trade officials.",{"title":61,"answer":62,"author":5,"avatar":5,"time":5},"Will this affect Amazon, eBay, or Shopify seller policies in UK?","Indirectly, yes. Platforms typically align their UK policies with government regulatory changes. When government credibility is low and policies are uncertain, platforms often delay policy updates to avoid confusion. However, once new policies are announced, platforms must implement them quickly, sometimes with short notice. This creates a pattern of policy stasis followed by rapid changes. For sellers on Amazon UK, eBay UK, or Shopify UK, expect minimal policy changes through Q3 2026, then potential rapid updates once government stabilizes. Monitor Seller Central announcements closely during Q4 2026 and beyond. Platforms may also increase compliance audits during periods of regulatory uncertainty to protect themselves from liability, so ensure your account documentation is current.",{"title":64,"answer":65,"author":5,"avatar":5,"time":5},"How does this compare to previous UK government credibility crises?","The current crisis mirrors patterns from previous UK political instability periods (2019 Brexit chaos, 2022 Johnson administration collapse). Historically, these periods create 12-18 month windows of regulatory uncertainty followed by rapid policy changes once new leadership stabilizes. During the 2019-2020 Brexit transition, sellers faced constant policy reversals and compliance requirement changes. The current Starmer crisis shows similar patterns: institutional distrust, calls for resignation, and policy reversals (Mandelson's 9-month tenure). Sellers who experienced 2019-2020 should apply those lessons—maintain flexible systems, avoid long-term commitments, and expect rapid changes once political stability returns. The current crisis is likely to follow a similar 12-18 month resolution timeline.",{"title":67,"answer":68,"author":5,"avatar":5,"time":5},"What should sellers do to prepare for potential regulatory changes?","Implement three immediate actions: (1) Audit current compliance systems—document your current VAT registration, customs procedures, and platform policy compliance to establish a baseline for comparison when changes occur; (2) Diversify fulfillment options—avoid over-reliance on single 3PL providers or fulfillment methods, as regulatory changes may require rapid shifts in logistics strategies; (3) Monitor policy sources—subscribe to gov.uk updates, HMRC announcements, and Amazon Seller Central UK policy changes to catch new requirements early. Expect policy announcements to accelerate once the political crisis resolves (likely Q4 2026 or later), so maintain flexibility in your operational systems to adapt quickly.",{"title":70,"answer":71,"author":5,"avatar":5,"time":5},"How might UK-US trade negotiations be affected by this political crisis?","The news specifically references Mandelson's appointment as US Ambassador being rushed before Trump's second term, indicating UK-US trade discussions were a priority. However, the scandal and Mandelson's firing (September 2025) suggest these negotiations have stalled. Political instability typically delays trade negotiations by 6-12 months as governments focus on internal credibility rather than external agreements. For sellers, this means tariff structures and trade terms between UK and US remain uncertain through 2026. If you ship products between UK and US markets, avoid inventory commitments based on current tariff assumptions. Monitor the new US Ambassador's appointment and UK-US trade talks resumption as key indicators of policy clarity.",{"title":73,"answer":74,"author":5,"avatar":5,"time":5},"Should sellers delay expansion into UK/EU markets during this political crisis?","Not necessarily delay, but proceed with caution and flexibility. The political crisis creates a 6-12 month window of policy uncertainty, but it also presents opportunities for sellers who can adapt quickly. Major regulatory changes typically take 3-6 months to implement after announcement, giving sellers time to adjust. However, avoid long-term commitments (multi-year contracts with 3PLs, fixed inventory positions) until policy clarity emerges. Instead, focus on flexible fulfillment arrangements and maintain cash reserves for potential compliance cost increases. The crisis is unlikely to resolve before Q4 2026, so plan expansion timelines accordingly.",{"title":76,"answer":77,"author":5,"avatar":5,"time":5},"What specific regulatory risks should UK-based sellers monitor?","Three primary risks emerge from the governance crisis: (1) VAT compliance rule changes—HMRC may face leadership transitions or policy reversals during political instability, affecting how sellers calculate and remit VAT on cross-border sales; (2) Customs procedure delays—post-Brexit customs procedures are still evolving, and political distraction typically delays clarifications that sellers need for compliance; (3) Trade policy uncertainty—UK-US trade negotiations (referenced in the news regarding Trump's second term) may stall during the credibility crisis, leaving sellers uncertain about future tariff structures. Monitor gov.uk announcements weekly and maintain flexible compliance systems that can adapt to sudden policy changes.",{"title":79,"answer":80,"author":5,"avatar":5,"time":5},"How does UK government credibility crisis affect cross-border sellers?","Political instability and governance failures (as evidenced by the Mandelson scandal and April 2026 parliamentary testimony) create regulatory uncertainty that impacts seller compliance planning. When government institutions lose internal credibility, external stakeholders face unpredictable policy enforcement. For cross-border sellers, this means VAT compliance rules, customs procedures, and trade policies may shift unexpectedly. The 9-month timeline from Mandelson's appointment to his firing demonstrates how quickly government decisions reverse. Sellers should monitor HMRC policy announcements and UK trade negotiations closely, as policy delays are typical during credibility crises. Expect 6-12 months of regulatory limbo before new policies stabilize.",[82,87,91,95,99,104,108,112,117,121,125,130,135,139,144,148,152,156,160,164,168,172,176,180,184,189,192,196,200,204,208,213,217,221,225,229,234,238,242,246,250,254,259,263,268,272,276,281,285,289,292,297,301,305,309,313,317],{"id":83,"title":84,"source":85,"logo":13,"time":86},780335,"Trump Melts Down at Major U.S. Ally After New Epstein Drama","https://www.thedailybeast.com/donald-trump-rants-at-british-prime-minister-keir-starmer-over-peter-mandelsons-jeffrey-epstein-ties/","11H AGO",{"id":88,"title":89,"source":90,"logo":42,"time":86},780336,"Key evidence from sacked official at heart of Mandelson vetting row","https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cdxk5e570qxo",{"id":92,"title":93,"source":94,"logo":50,"time":86},780333,"Former UK official: I was constantly chased to clear Mandelson's appointment","https://www.yahoo.com/news/videos/former-uk-official-constantly-chased-101113725.html",{"id":96,"title":97,"source":98,"logo":47,"time":86},780334,"Iran war live: Trump says Starmer has 'time to recover' as Islamabad talks loom","https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/world-news/iran-war-trump-nuclear-live-37039806",{"id":100,"title":101,"source":102,"logo":5,"time":103},780331,"Ex-Foreign Office Chief Hints At Legal Action Over Sacking","https://www.law360.com/articles/2467794/ex-foreign-office-chief-hints-at-legal-action-over-sacking","10H AGO",{"id":105,"title":106,"source":107,"logo":37,"time":86},780332,"Starmer-Mandelson latest: Olly Robbins suggests PM should have blocked peer’s appointment over Epstein links","https://www.the-independent.com/news/uk/politics/starmer-mandelson-trump-olly-robbins-latest-updates-b2961599.html",{"id":109,"title":110,"source":111,"logo":32,"time":103},780330,"Ex-official says he felt pressure from UK PM’s office to approve Mandelson","https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3350900/ex-uk-official-says-he-felt-pressure-over-mandelson-pms-office",{"id":113,"title":114,"source":115,"logo":36,"time":116},780339,"Sacked civil servant describes pressure to approve Mandelson as UK ambassador to US","https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-21/olly-robbins-speaks-following-peter-mandelson-security-scandal/106590020","12H AGO",{"id":118,"title":119,"source":120,"logo":43,"time":116},780337,"Fired former UK official says he felt political pressure to approve Mandelson as US ambassador","https://apnews.com/article/britain-starmer-mandelson-9c8ddb3f8269cf21c477d6597b74842b",{"id":122,"title":123,"source":124,"logo":27,"time":116},780338,"'Felt political pressure': Sacked UK official blames Starmer’s office over Mandelson US appointment","https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/uk/felt-political-pressure-sacked-uk-official-blames-starmers-office-over-mandelson-us-appointment/articleshow/130413042.cms",{"id":126,"title":127,"source":128,"logo":5,"time":129},778405,"British PM Starmer Statement on Security Vetting of Peter Mandelson","https://www.c-span.org/event/international-telecasts/british-pm-starmer-statement-on-security-vetting-of-peter-mandelson/442342","1D AGO",{"id":131,"title":132,"source":133,"logo":5,"time":134},777799,"British leader Starmer’s job at risk over Epstein-linked envoy’s vetting","https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2026/04/20/starmer-uk-epstein-mandelson/","21H AGO",{"id":136,"title":137,"source":138,"logo":5,"time":129},778404,"Starmer to investigate whether Mandelson leaked secrets in US","https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2026/04/20/starmer-investigate-mandelson-leaked-secrets-in-us/",{"id":140,"title":141,"source":142,"logo":54,"time":143},780346,"UK PM Starmer admits error in appointing Mandelson US envoy but resists calls to resign","https://www.france24.com/en/europe/20260419-uk-s-starmer-to-face-grilling-from-mps-over-mandelson-vetting-scandal","2D AGO",{"id":145,"title":146,"source":147,"logo":12,"time":129},780344,"British Prime Minister Starmer faces angry lawmakers over Mandelson's appointment as ambassador","https://abcnews.com/International/wireStory/british-prime-minister-starmer-faces-angry-lawmakers-mandelsons-132195110",{"id":149,"title":150,"source":151,"logo":29,"time":129},781796,"Politics latest: No 10 denies 'dismissive approach' to Mandelson vetting - as MPs hold emergency debate","https://news.sky.com/story/politics-latest-keir-starmer-peter-mandelson-vetting-commons-iran-war-olly-robbins-12593360",{"id":153,"title":154,"source":155,"logo":28,"time":129},780345,"UK PM Starmer admits Mandelson envoy appointment was a mistake amid Epstein row","https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/04/20/uk-pm-starmer-admits-mandelson-envoy-appointment-was-a-mistake-amid-epstein-row",{"id":157,"title":158,"source":159,"logo":17,"time":129},781797,"Mandelson files to exclude worst of UK’s private comments on Trump","https://www.politico.eu/article/mandelson-files-to-exclude-worst-uk-private-comments-trump/",{"id":161,"title":162,"source":163,"logo":35,"time":134},778403,"Ex-Foreign Office head to accuse Number 10 of pressuring him over Mandelson appointment","https://www.ft.com/content/0537f106-64f6-42a4-a9e5-d17a6c81cdca?syn-25a6b1a6=1",{"id":165,"title":119,"source":166,"logo":23,"time":167},780342,"https://www.clickorlando.com/news/world/2026/04/21/fired-former-uk-official-says-he-felt-political-pressure-to-approve-mandelson-as-us-ambassador/","13H AGO",{"id":169,"title":170,"source":171,"logo":5,"time":134},778402,"Sky News Australia. . UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer apologises to the victims of paedophile Jeffrey Epstein.","https://www.facebook.com/SkyNewsAustralia/posts/uk-prime-minister-keir-starmer-apologises-to-the-victims-of-paedophile-jeffrey-e/1406750191482575/",{"id":173,"title":174,"source":175,"logo":41,"time":167},780343,"Fired former UK official says he felt political pressure to approve Peter Mandelson as US ambassador","https://www.wkyc.com/article/syndication/associatedpress/fired-former-uk-official-says-he-felt-political-pressure-to-approve-peter-mandelson-as-us-ambassador/616-b6104d61-c91d-4b05-97e9-d4acf0f08d93",{"id":177,"title":178,"source":179,"logo":18,"time":129},778401,"No 10 refuses to say whether PM will correct the record on Mandelson appointment","https://www.peeblesshirenews.com/news/national/26036204.no-10-refuses-say-whether-pm-will-correct-record-mandelson-appointment/",{"id":181,"title":182,"source":183,"logo":5,"time":167},780340,"Former UK Official: I Was Constantly Chased to Clear Mandelson's Appointment as U.S. Ambassador","https://www.usnews.com/news/world/articles/2026-04-21/former-uk-official-i-was-constantly-chased-to-clear-mandelsons-appointment-as-u-s-ambassador",{"id":185,"title":186,"source":187,"logo":14,"time":188},778400,"Starmer’s political fate rests with top U.K. official he fired","https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/04/21/world/politics/starmer-uk-official-mandelson-fired/","20H AGO",{"id":190,"title":119,"source":191,"logo":5,"time":167},780341,"https://www.kxan.com/news/international/ap-fired-former-uk-official-says-he-felt-political-pressure-to-approve-mandelson-as-us-ambassador/",{"id":193,"title":194,"source":195,"logo":26,"time":129},777700,"PM’s Peter Mandelson speech met with silence — then an explosion of laughter","https://www.thetimes.com/uk/politics/article/keir-starner-peter-mandelson-speech-house-commons-parliament-f6dlwnbgb",{"id":197,"title":198,"source":199,"logo":5,"time":129},777827,"Starmer ignored advice to vet Mandelson","https://www.telegraph.co.uk/politics/2026/04/20/lord-mandelson-keir-starmer-vet-us-ambassador-simon-case/",{"id":201,"title":202,"source":203,"logo":24,"time":129},777826,"Why The Independent’s evidence from last September is a problem for Starmer","https://www.the-independent.com/news/uk/politics/keir-starmer-mandelson-independent-vet-epstein-b2961271.html",{"id":205,"title":206,"source":207,"logo":15,"time":129},777825,"U.K. PM admits mistake in appointing Epstein friend as envoy to U.S. but resists calls to resign","https://www.nbcnews.com/world/europe/uk-starmer-admits-mistake-mandelson-epstein-friend-rcna340946",{"id":209,"title":210,"source":211,"logo":44,"time":212},778399,"Appointing Mandelson a mistake, but did not mislead parl: UK PM","https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/europe/appointing-mandelson-a-mistake-but-did-not-mislead-parl-uk-pm/articleshow/130406618.cms","17H AGO",{"id":214,"title":215,"source":216,"logo":5,"time":212},778398,"'Really bad pick!' Donald Trump rips into Keir Starmer for appointing Lord Mandelson in latest swipe at PM","https://www.gbnews.com/politics/us/donald-trump-keir-starmer-lord-mandelson-appointment-vetting-scandal",{"id":218,"title":219,"source":220,"logo":11,"time":212},778397,"Trump weighs in on Mandelson scandal - as another bruising day beckons for Starmer","https://news.sky.com/story/starmer-given-warning-ahead-of-another-bruising-day-over-mandelson-scandal-13534334",{"id":222,"title":223,"source":224,"logo":45,"time":129},779559,"Starmer squirms on Mandelson debacle","https://spectator.com/article/badenoch-shines-as-starmer-squirms-on-mandelson/",{"id":226,"title":227,"source":228,"logo":38,"time":129},777695,"Starmer’s Mandelson 'gamble': Did political firepower trump diplomacy to appease Washington?","https://www.france24.com/en/starmer-s-mandelson-gamble-did-political-firepower-trump-diplomacy-to-appease-washington",{"id":230,"title":231,"source":232,"logo":16,"time":233},779555,"Starmer grilled over Independent front page on Mandelson vetting failure amid desperate fight for survival","https://www.the-independent.com/news/uk/politics/starmer-mandelson-commons-security-vetting-robbins-b2961286.html","23H AGO",{"id":235,"title":236,"source":237,"logo":52,"time":129},779556,"7 reasons Starmer can’t shake off the Mandelson vetting saga","https://www.politico.eu/article/7-reasons-starmer-cant-shake-off-the-mandelson-vetting-saga/",{"id":239,"title":240,"source":241,"logo":22,"time":129},779557,"What Starmer said, and didn’t say, in the Commons about the Mandelson saga","https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/apr/20/what-starmer-said-and-didnt-say-in-the-commons-about-the-mandelson-saga",{"id":243,"title":244,"source":245,"logo":30,"time":129},779558,"Key points from Starmer's Mandelson statement","https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cjd8448m959o",{"id":247,"title":248,"source":249,"logo":51,"time":134},779551,"Watch Mandelson Vetting Scandal: Olly Robbins, the Top UK Official Fired by Starmer, Set to Testify","https://www.bloomberg.com/news/videos/2026-04-21/robbins-the-official-fired-by-starmer-set-to-testify-video",{"id":251,"title":252,"source":253,"logo":46,"time":129},777698,"The Mandelson fiasco reveals the true nature of Starmerism","https://www.ft.com/content/0f339074-031f-4068-83ec-8547b48c9533?syn-25a6b1a6=1",{"id":255,"title":256,"source":257,"logo":5,"time":258},779552,"WATCH: Labour MP defends ‘rock solid’ performance from Keir Starmer in the Commons","https://www.gbnews.com/politics/video-keir-starmer-defended-labour-mp-rock-solid-performance","15H AGO",{"id":260,"title":261,"source":262,"logo":33,"time":129},777697,"Starmer says he was wrong to name Mandelson as US envoy","https://www.rte.ie/news/uk/2026/0420/1569119-keir-starmer/",{"id":264,"title":265,"source":266,"logo":40,"time":267},779553,"Trump says he agrees with UK premier that Epstein-linked envoy was 'wrong' pick","https://www.aa.com.tr/en/americas/trump-says-he-agrees-with-uk-premier-that-epstein-linked-envoy-was-wrong-pick/3912852","16H AGO",{"id":269,"title":270,"source":271,"logo":20,"time":129},777696,"Starmer admits mistake in appointing Mandelson as UK ambassador but resists calls to resign","https://www.santafenewmexican.com/ap/international/starmer-admits-mistake-in-appointing-mandelson-as-uk-ambassador-but-resists-calls-to-resign/article_19248dfd-3455-53c5-b4d3-ddb2c262456b.html",{"id":273,"title":274,"source":275,"logo":19,"time":267},779554,"Daily Journal Athlete of the Week: Capuchino’s Lily Thomas","https://www.smdailyjournal.com/daily-journal-athlete-of-the-week-capuchino-s-lily-thomas/image_b009e114-9a1c-4e18-a4bd-d6eae3459731.html",{"id":277,"title":278,"source":279,"logo":5,"time":280},780329,"Keir Starmer latest: Olly Robbins faces MPs over Mandelson vetting scandal","https://www.telegraph.co.uk/politics/2026/04/21/starmer-mandelson-scandal-olly-robbins-evidence-live/","9H AGO",{"id":282,"title":283,"source":284,"logo":25,"time":129},777802,"UK Parliament: What Time Will Keir Starmer Address the House of Commons on Monday and What Key Policy Signals Are Expected From His Speech?","https://sundayguardianlive.com/world/uk-parliament-what-time-will-keir-starmer-address-the-house-of-commons-on-monday-and-what-key-policy-signals-are-expected-from-his-speech-185381/",{"id":286,"title":287,"source":288,"logo":49,"time":129},779706,"Keir Starmer ‘pressured Foreign Office into Mandelson appointment’","https://www.thetimes.com/uk/politics/article/keir-starmer-accused-pressure-foreign-office-approving-peter-mandelson-olly-robbins-j2tgftlln",{"id":290,"title":119,"source":291,"logo":48,"time":280},780492,"https://www.dallasnews.com/news/world/article/fired-former-uk-official-says-he-felt-political-22217385.php",{"id":293,"title":294,"source":295,"logo":39,"time":296},777801,"Keir Starmer to face second bruising day in Parliament over Mandelson scandal","https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/keir-starmer-olly-robbins-prime-minister-lord-parliament-b2961464.html","22H AGO",{"id":298,"title":299,"source":300,"logo":10,"time":280},780493,"Cabinet Office suggested Mandelson did not need security vetting, says Robbins as he describes ‘constant pressure’ from No 10 – live","https://www.theguardian.com/politics/live/2026/apr/21/olly-robbins-peter-mandelson-vetting-keir-starmer-uk-politics-latest-news-updates",{"id":302,"title":303,"source":304,"logo":31,"time":296},777800,"Starmer accuses Robbins of obstructing truth about Mandelson vetting","https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/apr/20/keir-starmer-olly-robbins-commons-statement-peter-mandelson-vetting",{"id":306,"title":307,"source":308,"logo":21,"time":129},777805,"UK PM faces calls to resign amid Epstein fallout","https://www.kxly.com/video/uk-pm-faces-calls-to-resign-amid-epstein-fallout/video_b3422e81-e530-5dfb-8c4f-9629921e71bd.html",{"id":310,"title":311,"source":312,"logo":34,"time":129},777804,"Starmer under increasing pressure to resign after appointment of ambassador with Epstein ties","https://www.theglobeandmail.com/world/article-starmer-under-increasing-pressure-to-resign-after-appointment-of/",{"id":314,"title":315,"source":316,"logo":53,"time":233},777803,"Opinion | Britain’s Prime Minister Is on the Ropes","https://www.wsj.com/opinion/keir-starmer-u-k-peter-mandelson-jeffrey-epstein-labour-party-d68ea594",{"id":318,"title":319,"source":320,"logo":24,"time":167},779705,"Starmer-Mandelson latest: Trump slams PM again ahead of Olly Robbins’ evidence","https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/starmer-mandelson-trump-olly-robbins-latest-updates-b2961599.html","#1f4b86ff","#1f4b864d",1776821463472]