Huge dump of 'cringe' Mandelson messages released in new storm for Starmer

Keir Starmer is facing a new battle for survival today as 'cringe' messages between ministers, aides and Peter Mandelson were released.The Government has finally published 1,500 pages of incendiary material covering the New Labour architect's disastrous appointment.One handwritten note from Mandelson to then-Foreign Secretary David Lammy said Sir Keir would 'never regret' appointing him.After his appointment was announced in December 2024, ministers rushed to congratulate him personally.Emma Reynolds - now environment secretary - WhatsApped him: 'Huge congratulations Peter - how very exciting! Would love to meet up but imagine you'll be very busy preparing to go to the states but if you have time before to meet let me know!'Ed Miliband messaged Mandelson: 'Peter - Many congratulations. Look forward to working together.'