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Simon McDonald

Coverage of Simon McDonald in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: Apr 11 · 11:23 UTCMost recent: Apr 22 · 14:18 UTC
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Keir Starmerperson2Olly Robbinsperson1Philip Mandelsonperson1Lord Sedwillperson1Foreign Officeorganization1Cabinet Officeorganization1United Kingdomorganization1United Statesorganization1Mauritiusorganization1Chagos Islandsplace1Diego Garciaplace1Donald Trumpperson1
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  • POLITICSApr 22 · 14:18 UTCTHE GUARDIAN WORLD
    How Olly Robbins’ knightly charm glossed over burning questions on Mandelson vetting

    Olly Robbins faced scrutiny over Mandelson's denied security clearances, with conflicting claims about access to sensitive files. Former officials like Lord Sedwill and Simon McDonald defended Robbins, criticizing Keir Starmer's decision to sack him.

  • WORLDApr 11 · 11:23 UTCAP NEWS
    UK puts Chagos Islands handover deal on hold after Trump withdraws support

    The UK has indefinitely postponed handing over the Chagos Islands to Mauritius due to U.S. President Donald Trump's withdrawal of support. The legislation to ratify the agreement stalled in Parliament as the U.S. criticized the deal as 'GREAT STUPIDITY,' impacting the strategic military base on Diego Garcia.