Newspaper Round Up: 9th of February 2026

i Front Page 9th of February 2026

Morgan McSweeney has resigned as No 10 chief, taking responsibility for urging the PM to nominate Peter Mandelson as ambassador to the US despite controversy over Mandelson’s associations with a disgraced financier. The move aims to steady the PM, though MPs remain divided.

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Daily Mirror Front Page 9th of February 2026

Morgan McSweeney resigned as No10 chief of staff, taking full responsibility for advising the PM to appoint Peter Mandelson as US ambassador. Two deputies step in as joint chiefs of staff. The move has not eased pressure on the PM, with renewed calls for a leadership change.

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Times Front Page 9th of February 2026

Morgan McSweeney has resigned as the PM’s chief of staff after criticism of his backing for Lord Mandelson and concerns over exchanges with a former ambassador. No 10 says the PM is not considering his position. The move is intended to steady operations and refocus on delivery.

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Daily Mail Front Page 9th of February 2026

The PM’s chief of staff, Morgan McSweeney, has resigned, taking responsibility for recommending Peter Mandelson as ambassador to Washington despite concerns over Mandelson’s past links to Jeffrey Epstein. The departure intensifies scrutiny of the PM’s judgement and leadership.

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Daily Express Front Page 9th of February 2026

No10 chief of staff Morgan McSweeney has resigned, accepting responsibility for the fallout over Lord Mandelson’s appointment as US ambassador. The move heightens pressure on the PM as MPs demand answers and critics say judgement has faltered. A showdown with the PLP looms.

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Daily Telegraph Front Page 9th of February 2026

Morgan McSweeney has left No 10 after criticism of his role in the move to appoint Lord Mandelson as UK ambassador to the US. The exit, amid claims of a ‘boys’ club’ and concern over patronage, increases pressure on the PM’s judgement and process, with Labour now set to choose a successor.

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Guardian Front Page 9th of February 2026

After Morgan McSweeney quit as chief of staff, the PM is seeking to reassert authority amid anger over Peter Mandelson’s appointment and questions about his past ties to Jeffrey Epstein. Allies hope the resignation will steady Labour, but pressure persists for further steps and clarity on vetting.

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Financial Times Front Page 9th of February 2026

Morgan McSweeney, a top No 10 aide and close ally of Peter Mandelson, has resigned to take the blame for controversy over Mandelson’s role and past associations. His exit intensifies scrutiny of the PM’s judgment and authority, as Labour figures move to contain the fallout.

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Metro Front Page 9th of February 2026

Morgan McSweeney has resigned as the PM’s chief election strategist after a row centred on Peter Mandelson. Calling it “all my fault”, he leaves No 10 amid concern among allies that the episode has damaged authority and could prompt renewed internal challenges.

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Independent Front Page 9th of February 2026

Morgan McSweeney has resigned as the PM’s chief of staff amid controversy over Peter Mandelson’s appointment as US ambassador. He said he took full responsibility for his advice. The exit removes No 10’s key strategist credited with Labour’s 2024 landslide and is seen as damage control.

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