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Morgan McSweeney, Keir Starmer’s former chief-of-staff, has claimed his team failed to adequately prepare before taking office, serving as a stark warning to any prime minister in waiting.
Morgan McSweeney, the prime minister’s former chief of staff, stated that the Labour party was not adequately prepared to govern in 2024, reflecting on past political mistakes.
In his first interview, Morgan McSweeney, the Prime Minister's former top aide, has admitted that the Labour party did not adequately prepare for power and failed to deliver quickly enough once in office.
Documents reveal that Keir Starmer's most senior advisers, including his former chief of staff Morgan McSweeney, were briefed about an 'indefensible' investigation into journalists covering Labour Together.
A man has been arrested in connection with the sale of Morgan McSweeney's stolen government phone; McSweeney served as the prime minister's chief of staff in October 2025 when the incident occurred in London.
Labour leader Keir Starmer successfully averted an ethics probe into the appointment of Peter Mandelson, despite facing significant pressure and criticism from various political factions.
Labour leader Keir Starmer faced significant pressure and a potential challenge from MPs over the vetting process for Peter Mandelson's appointment. Concerns were raised by a former FCDO chief regarding Mandelson's links to Jeffrey Epstein, leading to a 'serious error of judgment' admission from a key aide.
Morgan McSweeney, former Labour chief of staff, held talks with Google DeepMind to pitch a venture exploring the intersection of artificial intelligence and democratic politics.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is facing calls to resign over the Mandelson scandal, which involves alleged security vetting lapses in the appointment of a US envoy. Starmer has denied knowledge of any security issues and affirmed his commitment to his mission despite the controversy.
London's Metropolitan Police are reviewing CCTV footage following the theft of Irishman Morgan McSweeney's phone, which reportedly contained important messages related to Peter Mandelson's appointment as US ambassador.
An article discusses the capability of the police to locate Morgan McSweeney's phone, suggesting that they could find it but have not. The piece implies a deeper reason for the phone remaining unfound.
The Metropolitan Police have published the 999 call transcript from Sir Keir Starmer’s former chief of staff, Morgan McSweeney, reporting that his phone was snatched in central London last October.
Police reportedly deemed themselves "too busy" to investigate the theft of Morgan McSweeney's phone, Keir Starmer's former chief of staff, despite the potential for sensitive contents.
The remarks came amid a row over the refusal to permit the use of UK bases for the initial US-Israel strikes.
Morgan McSweeney, described as the modern Machiavelli of British politics, shared his regrets about his time in UK politics and revealed his go-to karaoke song.
Keir Starmer’s former chief adviser, Morgan McSweeney, has spoken for the first time about his forced departure from his role due to the Mandelson scandal and what he believes went wrong for the Labour party.
Morgan McSweeney, a former top aide to the Prime Minister, has admitted in his first interview that the Labour party failed to prepare adequately for power and did not deliver quickly enough in office.
An opinion piece advocates for Angela Rayner's political leadership, also mentioning a new podcast and collaboration with Morgan McSweeney.
Morgan McSweeney's unexpected speech in Westminster, delivered with a 'Cork-ney' accent, has caused a stir, alongside other reports on high tempers in the art scene and a gift from Michael D Higgins.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer avoided a parliamentary inquiry into claims he misled MPs regarding the vetting of Peter Mandelson, an associate of Jeffrey Epstein. The Labour majority in parliament voted against launching the investigation.
Seven key points emerged from the committee grilling of Morgan McSweeney, the former No. 10 chief of staff, who was keen to distance himself from Peter Mandelson.
Morgan McSweeney has publicly denied accusations of bullying civil servants in relation to matters concerning Mandelson.
The theft of Morgan McSweeney's phone, which contained sensitive government information, has escalated into a political issue for the Labour party.
Former Deputy Cabinet Secretary Helen MacNamara and former No.10 special adviser Cleo Watson reacted to the news that Morgan McSweeney's phone was snatched in London.
The theft of the ex-Labour chief of staff’s mobile has prompted questions about its contents and the circumstances of its loss Morgan McSweeney is not the first person to have had their phone…
Wes Streeting has questioned the police's decision to drop an inquiry into the phone theft involving Morgan McSweeney, Sir Keir Starmer's former chief of staff. McSweeney had previously quit his role over vetting concerns.
The disappearance of Labour leader Keir Starmer’s chief aide Morgan McSweeney’s phone last year has led to accusations of a 'cover up' in connection with the Mandelson probe.
Morgan McSweeney’s political obituary
The article highlights five key insights gleaned from Morgan McSweeney's inaugural interview, noting his unique political persona.
Morgan McSweeney, former top aide to the Prime Minister, admitted in his first interview that the Labour party did not deliver quickly enough in office and failed to adequately prepare for power.
The appointment of James Purnell as Andy Burnham's new chief of staff is seen as a significant indicator of Burnham's future political intentions.
Police have arrested a man on suspicion of selling or handling the stolen phone belonging to Morgan McSweeney. The arrest follows reports of attempts to sell the device.
An article from New Statesman offers commentary on Morgan McSweeney, alongside other observations about "Small Prophets" and marmalade hoarding.
Morgan McSweeney, a former top adviser to the Prime Minister, stated he made a 'serious mistake' advising Keir Starmer to appoint Peter Mandelson, citing the peer's lack of full truth regarding his relationship with Epstein.
Morgan McSweeney, former chief of staff for Keir Starmer, has denied allegations that he bullied civil servants into appointing Peter Mandelson.
Morgan McSweeney, the former chief of staff to the Prime Minister, has publicly addressed his departure from Downing Street, stating he does not recognize claims made about his behavior.
The petty theft of former chief of staff Morgan McSweeney's work mobile phone in Westminster has led to an outbreak of conspiracy theories and increased public mistrust. The incident has also highlighted issues regarding the handling of sensitive work devices.
The British Prime Minister's office continues to refuse disclosure on whether Lord Peter Mandelson's messages were on Morgan McSweeney's stolen phone, which may have contained vital information. Sir Keir Starmer has now rejected 'far-fetched' suggestions linking the theft to Mandelson files, after Kemi Badenoch's spokesperson raised an eyebrow in relation to the theft, with the PM also dismissing claims that McSweeney faked the theft.
Transcripts released by the Metropolitan Police reveal that Morgan McSweeney, then chief of staff to the Prime Minister, did not disclose his No 10 position when reporting a phone theft in a 999 call.
Police have revealed an error concerning a stolen phone belonging to Morgan McSweeney amidst an ongoing probe involving Mandelson, stating the error will be amended and evidence reassessed.
But is it already too late? When news about the scale of British Labour Party grandee Peter Mandelson’s ties to Jeffrey Epstein broke in early February, it was clear the resulting fallout would be significant. Since then Mandelson has been arrested, Starmer’s chief of staff, Morgan McSweeney, has resigned, and calls are rising for Starmer […]
A think tank linked to Keir Starmer and Morgan McSweeney, Labour Together, has been exposed for allegedly orchestrating a smear campaign against journalists investigating the organization.