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Dominating the front of the Guardian and other papers on Monday are images of protests in London as anger grows over the police’s handling of a vigil held for Sarah Everard in Clapham Common on Saturday. Hundreds of protesters gathered in Parliament Square and Trafalgar Square on Sunday, many carrying signs protesting about violence against women. But Metropolitan Police Commissioner Dame Cressida Dick has dismissed calls for her to resign. She defended the actions of her officers and hit back at “armchair” critics. It comes after politicians from all sides criticised the police’s use of force at the vigil. An independent inquiry by the policing inspectorate has been ordered.

Guardian Front Page 3rd of February 2026

Peter Mandelson faces calls for a police inquiry after files suggested he shared market‑sensitive government plans during the financial crisis with US financier Jeffrey Epstein. The Met has received reports of possible misconduct in public office as officials launch a Whitehall review.

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Guardian Front Page 2nd of February 2026

Peter Mandelson faces scrutiny after files suggest Jeffrey Epstein sent him $75,000 in three $25,000 transfers. Mandelson says he has no record or recollection of the money. Politicians are urging him to provide evidence to US authorities about any links.

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Guardian Front Page 31st of January 2026

Documents from the US justice department’s Epstein investigation include emails suggesting he transferred thousands of pounds to Peter Mandelson’s husband in 2009 after his release. The cache, spanning emails and device data, prompts fresh scrutiny of their links.

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Guardian Front Page 30th of January 2026

Following talks in Beijing, the PM signalled a reset in ties with China and left open a UK visit for Xi. It was the first trip to Beijing by a British PM since 2018. Sanctioned MPs criticised the move, while No 10 said cooperation would expand alongside firm stances on security and values.

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