vetting

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Mandelson was announced as the government's choice to be US ambassador in December 2024, with developed vetting beginning the same day.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

The chief Foreign Office official ousted over the decision to grant Peter Mandelson a security clearance despite vetting concerns is expected to face questions from MPs on Tuesday.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

BBC News understands the vetting report returned a "no" verdict on whether a security clearance granting access to sensitive government material should be given to Mandelson.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

In Whitehall, some are amazed that a highly capable and experienced official took the decision to clear Mandelson for the job despite the vetting verdict, without lodging concern somewhere.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

We should start peer review and vetting so they can be officially accepted.

From "The Martian" by Andy Weir