Written questions

Lord Mandelson

2026-06-02 · Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office · 6444 · Official question

Mike Wood

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, whether Lord Mandelson, whilst Ambassador, was given permission to undertake any private work or second employment.

Answer

Civil servants are required to adhere to the Civil Service Code and the terms and conditions of their employment, including requirements relating to outside interests and external employment. Any such activity must be formally approved and must not confli...