Peter Mandelson was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office linked to his association with Jeffrey Epstein. Detectives questioned the ex-Labour grandee as part of an inquiry into whether official information was improperly shared.

Following his brother’s arrest, the King has instructed aides to grant police full access to documents and devices. An email cited by sources claims a whistleblower flagged concerns about a financial fixer linked to his brother. Palace figures brace for wider scrutiny.

The King said the law must take its course after Andrew was arrested at his Norfolk home and questioned on suspicion of misconduct in public office, following newly surfaced emails linked to Jeffrey Epstein. He denies wrongdoing and was later released while the inquiry continues.

A drill performer convicted of robberies twice absconded, then posted a video saying “I just broke out” while taunting ministers. He faces deportation. The case has intensified scrutiny of prison security and the handling of offenders awaiting removal.