Former UK ambassador Mandelson released after arrest over Epstein revelations

Former British Ambassador to the U.S. Peter Mandelson enters a vehicle outside a reported residence, after police launched a misconduct in public office investigation following the release of U.S. Justice Department files linked to the late financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, in London, Britain, February 14, 2026. REUTERS/Chris Ratcliffe

LONDON, Feb 23 (Reuters) - Former ⁠British ambassador to the U.S. Peter Mandelson was released from police custody on Tuesday after being arrested in London on suspicion of misconduct in public office, ⁠following revelations over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.

Mandelson, 72, was fired from the most prestigious posting in Britain's diplomatic service in September, when the ‌depth of his friendship with the convicted sex offender started to become clear.