The article discusses Peter Mandelson's influence and Keir Starmer's potential missteps in managing political dynamics with Washington. It suggests that Starmer may have unintentionally misled Parliament regarding Mandelson's vetting process.

François Picard is pleased to welcome Tim Bale, Professor of Politics at Queen Mary, University of London. According to Professor Bale, Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer appears to have unwittingly misled Parliament, as a consequence of not being not being 'apprised' of Peter Mandelson's failed vetting.