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McSweeney quits as Starmer’s chief of staff over Mandelson scandal

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McSweeney quits as Starmer’s chief of staff over Mandelson scandal Open in Independent.co.uk
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  • Morgan McSweeney quits his role as Keir Starmer's chief of staff amid anger over Mandelson's US ambassador post and related disclosures.
  • The resignation follows anger over Mandelson's Washington posting and Epstein disclosures, intensifying Downing Street pressure.
  • No 10 is seen in survival mode, with McSweeney's exit framed as a tactical move to shield Starmer's leadership.

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Morgan McSweeney resigns as Keir Starmer’s chief of staff

https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/feb/08/morgan-mcsweeney-resigns-as-keir-starmer-chief-of-staffTheguardian.com
Morgan McSweeney resigns as Keir Starmer’s chief of staff

Morgan McSweeney resigns as Keir Starmer’s chief of staff — live

https://www.thetimes.com/uk/politics/article/morgan-mcsweeney-resigns-keir-starmer-chief-of-staff-latest-news-gwb89ldq9Thetimes.com
Morgan McSweeney resigns as Keir Starmer’s chief of staff — live

From Svengali to sacked: Who is Morgan McSweeney, the prime minister's departed chief of staff?

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From Svengali to sacked: Who is Morgan McSweeney, the prime minister's departed chief of staff?

Keir Starmer's top adviser Morgan McSweeney resigns over Mandelson scandal

https://metro.co.uk/2026/02/08/keir-starmers-top-adviser-morgan-mcsweeney-resigns-mandelson-scandal-26721051/Metro.co.uk
Keir Starmer's top adviser Morgan McSweeney resigns over Mandelson scandal

Top Starmer aide Morgan McSweeney resigns over Peter Mandelson scandal

https://www.politico.eu/article/top-starmer-aide-morgan-mcsweeney-resigns-over-peter-mandelson-scandal/Politico.eu
Top Starmer aide Morgan McSweeney resigns over Peter Mandelson scandal

Keir Starmer's chief of staff Morgan McSweeney quits No10

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-15540165/Starmers-chief-staff-Morgan-McSweeney-resigns-government-scandal-Lord-Mandelsons-appointment-continues-rage.htmlDailymail.co.uk
Keir Starmer's chief of staff Morgan McSweeney quits No10

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