

Alexandra Topping
Guardian political correspondent providing reporting and analysis on Westminster politics, including detailed coverage of the Mandelson–Epstein controversy and its implications for the Labour government.
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Feb 5, 2026 • 11min
Is this the end for Starmer? – The Latest
Alexandra Topping, Guardian political correspondent known for Westminster reporting, breaks down the Mandelson–Epstein furore and its fallout for Keir Starmer. Short takes cover the Hastings apology, MPs’ fury over vetting, the Commons moment when Starmer admitted knowledge, and how Morgan McSweeney became a lightning rod. They also discuss the mechanics and timing of any Labour challenge.


