The Prime Minister's authority has been severely damaged over the Mandelson row, with two of his key aides resigining, but even if he survives the furore, the coming weeks and months do not look any easier for Sir Keir.

The Prime Minister's authority has been severely damaged over the Mandelson row, with two of his key aides resigining, but even if he survives the furore, the coming weeks and months do not look any easier for Sir Keir.