What happened: Ben Wegg-Prosser, co-founder and CEO of Global Counsel, resigned after emails showed he and Peter Mandelson sought Jeffrey Epstein's help when establishing the firm in 2010.
Why it matters:
- Raises questions about the ethical standards of influential UK lobbying firms.
- Impacts public trust in political figures linked to Epstein.
MNN Take: The resignation follows new information about Epstein's involvement in the firm's origins, highlighting ongoing scrutiny of connections between business leaders and controversial figures.
Sources: Guardian UK