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Written question asked by Baroness Finn (Conservative) on Thursday, 12 March 2026, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 26 March 2026. It was answered by Baroness Anderson of Stoke-on-Trent (Labour) on Tuesday, 24 March 2026 on behalf of the Cabinet Office.

Lord Mandelson

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government, in regard to Part of a Return to an Address of the Honourable the House of Commons dated 4 February 2026 relating to the appointment of Lord Mandelson as HM Ambassador to Washington, published on 11 March (HC1774-1), what role (1) the Cabinet Office legal advisers, (2) the National Security Adviser, and (3) deputy national security advisers, had a role in the redaction of material on national security grounds.

Answer

The Government does not comment on the details of any internal redaction processes, as the methodology applied will vary depending on the nature and sensitivity of the material in question.

In accordance with the exceptional procedures agreed for the Humble Address, dated 4 February 2026 relating to Peter Mandelson, the Intelligence and Security Committee of Parliament (ISC) will make a final decision on redactions following the Government’s request.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL15477
Session
2024-26
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Subjects
Disclosure of information Diplomatic service National security Mandelson, Lord USA
Link
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