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UK police ask government to withhold some Mandelson documents
Published by Global Banking and Finance Review
Posted on February 4, 2026
1 min readLast updated: February 4, 2026
Quick Summary
UK police ask the government to delay releasing documents related to Peter Mandelson amid an investigation into alleged misconduct involving Jeffrey Epstein.
UK Police Request Government to Delay Release of Mandelson Documents
Investigation into Peter Mandelson
LONDON, Feb 4 (Reuters) - British police said on Wednesday they had asked the government not to release some documents relating to Peter Mandelson, the former UK ambassador to Washington, over concerns it could undermine their ongoing investigation.
Allegations of Misconduct
On Tuesday police launched an investigation into Mandelson over alleged misconduct in public office, following claims that he leaked market-sensitive information to the late sex offender and financier Jeffrey Epstein while a government minister.
Police Statement on Document Release
"When approached by the UK Government today with their intent to publish material, we reviewed it immediately and advised that the release of specific documents could undermine our current investigation," Metropolitan Police Commander Ella Marriott said in a statement.
"We therefore asked them not to release certain documents at this time," she added.
(Reporting by William James; editing by David Milliken)
Key Takeaways
- •UK police request delay in releasing Mandelson documents.
- •Investigation into alleged misconduct in public office.
- •Concerns over undermining ongoing investigation.
- •Mandelson linked to Jeffrey Epstein allegations.
- •Metropolitan Police involved in the investigation.
Frequently Asked Questions about UK police ask government to withhold some Mandelson documents
1What is misconduct in public office?
Misconduct in public office refers to a criminal offense where a public official acts in a way that is dishonest or breaches their duties, harming the public interest.
2What is the role of the Metropolitan Police?
The Metropolitan Police is responsible for law enforcement in Greater London, ensuring public safety, preventing crime, and investigating offenses.
