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Starmer: Politics Should Be a Force for Good - Amid Staff Resignations

Published February 9, 2026, 14:14
Starmer: Politics Should Be a Force for Good - Amid Staff Resignations

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer stated that politics should be a force for good, following the resignations of his chief of staff, Morgan McSweeney, and director of communications, Tim Allan. McSweeney's resignation is linked to pushing for the appointment of Peter Mandelson, who has ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, raising questions about Starmer's judgment. Conservative opposition leader Kemi Badenoch called on Starmer to take responsibility and resign, arguing that his decision to promote Mandelson was a mistake. Despite the pressure, a Downing Street spokesperson stated that Starmer is not considering resignation and remains optimistic and confident, focused on his work. McSweeney had been instrumental in restoring the Labour Party to prominence.