Peter Mandelson was forced out after his messages to Jeffrey Epstein were published this week. Photo: AP PHOTO

Peter Mandelson, Britain's smooth-talking ambassador to the US, has been sacked after his long-term association with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein became a further distraction for under pressure Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

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Mandelson, dubbed the "Prince of Darkness" for his behind-the-scenes manoeuvring during the previous Labour government, was forced from the most sought-after diplomatic post after his letters and emails to Epstein were published this week.

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