Day Headlines in Politics News: 2026-04-19
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Ex-Scottish Labour leader Dugdale appointed as Stonewall chairwoman (BBC News - Politics 2026-04-19 11:58:16)
Dugdale, who is currently chairwoman of Shelter in Scotland, said she was "thrilled and honoured" to secure the post. -
Starmer would have blocked Mandelson over vetting failure, ministers say (BBC News - Politics 2026-04-19 09:44:41)
The prime minister says he only learned of security concerns around the ex-US ambassador earlier this week. -
Starmer would have blocked Mandelson over vetting failure, says Lammy (BBC News - Politics 2026-04-19 07:25:55)
The prime minister says he only learned of security concerns around the ex-US ambassador earlier this week. -
Foreign secretary concerned ministers not told of Mandelson vetting fears sooner (BBC News - Politics 2026-04-19 04:58:38)
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is facing calls to resign over the scandal and will address MPs on Monday.