Written question asked by Mike Wood (Conservative) on Thursday, 23 April 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 27 April 2026. It was answered by Nick Thomas-Symonds (Labour) on Wednesday, 29 April 2026 on behalf of the Cabinet Office.

Lord Mandelson

Question: To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, whether Oliver Robbins was given (i) a formal or (ii) an informal steer from Downing Street (a) civil servants or (b) special advisers to take steps to facilitate Lord Mandelson’s appointment as Ambassador.

Answer: I refer you to the Government's statement and release of information on 11th March, the statement made by the Prime Minister on 20 April, and the Government’s response to the debate of 21 April, providing an update on the response to the Humble Address. The Government is working to ensure that Parliament’s instruction is met with the urgency and transparency that it deserves.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 129464
Session: 2024-26
Related items: Lord Mandelson: Response to Humble Address Motion
Wednesday, 11 March 2026
Parliamentary proceedings
House of Commons; Security Vetting
Monday, 20 April 2026
Parliamentary proceedings
House of Commons; Peter Mandelson: Government Appointment
Tuesday, 21 April 2026
Proceeding contributions
House of Commons
Subjects: Diplomatic service Public appointments Mandelson, Lord USA Robbins, Olly
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