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Lord Mandelson: Response to Humble Address

Thursday 23 April 2026 · 3 questions

Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.

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At a glance

Answered 0 Partly answered 3 Not answered 0

Key points

  • Bob Blackman asked about the progress on implementing the Humble Address agreed on 4 February 2026.
  • The Government responded by releasing a first tranche of documents on 11 March regarding Peter Mandelson's appointment and dismissal.
  • The Minister confirmed the Government is working closely with the Intelligence and Security Committee on processing documents related to the Humble Address.

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Bob Blackman Con Harrow East
Parliamentary Procedure
Context

The question is prompted by the need for transparency and accountability regarding Peter Mandelson's appointment and dismissal as ambassador to the United States.

Question

What recent progress has been made on implementing the Humble Address agreed on 4 February 2026?

Answer from Darren Jones

On 11 March, the Government responded to the Humble Address by releasing a first tranche of documents in respect of Peter Mandelson's appointment and subsequent dismissal as ambassador to the United States. We are proceeding at pace to publish a second tranche of documents to comply with the Humble Address.

Partly answered

Not addressed: The timeline for publishing the second tranche was not specified, only that it will be provided 'as soon as possible'.

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Q2 Gagan Mohindra Con South West Hertfordshire
Parliamentary Procedure
Context

The question is prompted by concerns about the prioritisation of new information related to the Intelligence and Security Committee in accordance with the Humble Address terms.

Question

Will the Minister reassure me that the Intelligence and Security Committee will be prioritised when new information comes to light, as per the terms of the Humble Address?

Answer from Darren Jones

I can confirm that the Government are working closely with the Intelligence and Security Committee on processing documents relating to the Humble Address, and we thank the Committee for its work.

Partly answered

Not addressed: The answer does not address whether the committee will be prioritised over Downing Street or journalists.

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Q3 Bob Blackman Con Harrow East
Parliamentary Procedure
Context

The question is prompted by the need to ensure that all relevant documents are released before Parliament's prorogation at the end of the Session.

Question

Will he ensure that they [the documents] are provided before Parliament is prorogued at the end of the Session?

Answer from Darren Jones

A number of documents are still being worked through by the Intelligence and Security Committee. In line with the process that I have set out, we want that to conclude before the documents are published to the House.

Partly answered

Not addressed: The Minister did not commit to a specific timeline for document release before prorogation.

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