• UK police are reviewing allegations of misconduct against Peter Mandelson.
• The review follows revelations that he leaked government information to Jeffrey Epstein.
• Prime Minister Keir Starmer has called for Mandelson's resignation from the House of Lords.
• Mandelson resigned from the Labour Party amid the controversy.
• Newly released files by the US Justice Department unveiled his connections to Epstein.

UK police have initiated a review of reports alleging misconduct in public office related to former UK ambassador to the U.S., Peter Mandelson, following the release of files concerning his links to the late financier and convicted sex offender, Jeffrey Epstein. Commander Ella Marriott from the Metropolitan Police stated that they received several reports that will be assessed to determine if they meet the threshold for criminal investigation, spurred by media coverage and the recent release of court documents by U.S. authorities, according to Reuters and Al Jazeera.

Investigative files reportedly reveal that Mandelson shared confidential government plans regarding asset sales and tax changes while serving as business secretary in 2009. This included plans for a significant bailout in 2010, highlighting an inappropriate exchange of information with Epstein, noted by both the Al Jazeera and Anadolu Agency.

With mounting pressure to act, Prime Minister Keir Starmer has emphasized that Mandelson should not retain his seat in the House of Lords and has requested a review of all relevant information regarding his communications with Epstein. Mandelson stepped down from the Labour Party, expressing regret for the situation and stating, “I do not wish to cause further embarrassment to the Labour Party,” which addresses his involvement in this controversy, according to Anadolu Agency and Reuters.