The former British ambassador to the US has resigned from the UK Labour Party, over his links with the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

The BBC reports that Lord Mandelson, who was sacked as the ambassador last year, is now stepping down from the party entirely.

The latest release of Epstein files suggested Epstein transferred Mandelson more than $125,000 in 2003 and 2004.

UK correspondent Mike Pearse explained further.

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The former British ambassador to the US has resigned from the UK Labour Party, over his links with the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
The BBC reports that Lord Mandelson, who was sacked as the ambassador last year, is now stepping down from the party entirely.
The latest release of Epstein files suggested Epstein transferred Mandelson more than $125,000 in 2003 and 2004.
UK correspondent Mike Pearse explained further.
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Mike Pearse: UK correspondent on Lord Mandelson resigning from Labour after Epstein documents revealed

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Christchurch is set to re-ignite the debate over asset sales, according to new reports.

The council's commercial arm has floated selling certain assets, including Citycare, to pay for other projects.

Councillor Sam MacDonald explained further.

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Christchurch is set to re-ignite the debate over asset sales, according to new reports.
The council's commercial arm has floated selling certain assets, including Citycare, to pay for other projects.
Councillor Sam MacDonald explained further.
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Sam MacDonald: Christchurch City Councillor on the prospect of selling certain assets

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President Donald Trump revealed he's picked Kevin Warsh, a former Federal Reserve Governor, to lead the central bank.

Since taking office, Donald Trump has been critical of Jerome Powell and encouraged him to lower interest rates. 

Harbour Asset Management expert Shane Solly explained further.

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President Donald Trump revealed he's picked Kevin Warsh, a former Federal Reserve Governor, to lead the central bank.
Since taking office, Donald Trump has been critical of Jerome Powell and encouraged him to lower interest rates.&nbsp;
Harbour Asset Management expert Shane Solly explained further.
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Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management expert on Donald Trump picking Kevin Warsh to lead Federal Reserve

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Tonight on The Huddle, Trish Sherson from Sherson Willis PR and Child Fund CEO Josie Pagani joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more!

Fire and Emergency NZ has launched an investigation into the firefighter who got caught making a crude gesture at the PM on video. Do we think this is really necessary? 

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is in the news again after the latest release from the Epstein files. New photos reveal the former royal crouched on all fours and touching an unidentified woman. What do we think of this?

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Tonight on The Huddle, Trish Sherson from Sherson Willis PR and Child Fund CEO Josie Pagani joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more!
Fire and Emergency NZ has launched an investigation into the firefighter who got caught making a crude gesture at the PM on video. Do we think this is really necessary?&nbsp;
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is in the news again after the latest release from the Epstein files. New photos reveal the former royal crouched on all fours and touching an unidentified woman. What do we think of this?
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The Huddle: Is Luxon at risk of of being outperformed by his lectern?

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Mike Pearse: UK correspondent on Lord Mandelson resigning from Labour after Epstein documents revealed

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