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Lord Peter Mandelson, a Labour grandee and key adviser to Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, is expected to be named as the UK’s next ambassador to the US, replacing Dame Karen Pierce in early 2025. With extensive political and policy experience, particularly in trade, Lord Mandelson’s appointment comes ahead of President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration, where he aims to improve UK-US relations and avoid potential tariffs that could cost the UK ÂŁ22bn. The decision was made by the prime minister, emphasizing the importance of the UK’s economic and security interests in the USA, with both the White House and Trump campaign notified in advance.
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