Lord Mandelson: Government Response to Humble Address Motion Debate

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Lord Mandelson: Government Response to Humble Address Motion

Gagan Mohindra Excerpts
Thursday 12th February 2026

(3 days, 12 hours ago)

Commons Chamber
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Chris Ward Portrait Chris Ward
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The Prime Minister gave his answer on that yesterday, and No. 10 has provided further information on it, but that question does not relate to the Humble Address.

Gagan Mohindra Portrait Mr Gagan Mohindra (South West Hertfordshire) (Con)
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The Minister is well regarded on both sides of the House, so I am hoping that he will give us a clear and honest answer to this question—I am sure he will do. In his long years working for the Prime Minister—as adviser, staffer and latterly as a Minister—did he voice any concerns in private post the vetting process on the appointment of Lord Mandelson?

Chris Ward Portrait Chris Ward
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I was not involved in that matter at all, so the answer simply is no.