Mandelson Vetting Is An ‘Excuse’ For Wormald Removal | Sir Peter Riddell
February 13, 2026
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as posted by the channel“The real issue leading to Chris Wormald’s departure is the general attitude to the civil service.”
The vetting of Peter Mandelson is being used as an “excuse” for the removal of Chris Wormald, says former commissioner for Public Appointments, Sir Peter Riddell
Sir Peter Riddell was speaking to Ayesha Hazarika on Times Radio. Listen live everyday Friday from 1pm-4pm.
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