Security Vetting Debate

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Department: Cabinet Office

Security Vetting

Ben Obese-Jecty Excerpts
Monday 20th April 2026

(1 day, 9 hours ago)

Commons Chamber
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Keir Starmer Portrait The Prime Minister
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They acted entirely appropriately. They came across the information as part of the Humble Address exercise. They took legal advice on who it could be disclosed to, and disclosed it to me as soon as they got that legal advice. That was the right thing to do.

Ben Obese-Jecty Portrait Ben Obese-Jecty (Huntingdon) (Con)
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On 4 February, Peter Mandelson was notified by the appointments and interchange officer from the FCDO that he required STRAP-level access in addition to his DV. He started the role on 10 February. On what date did Peter Mandelson receive STRAP-level access?

Keir Starmer Portrait The Prime Minister
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I do not know the precise date, but I will endeavour to find out.