Sadiq Khan appoints Lord Mandelson to advise on Brexit

London Mayor Sadiq Khan has hired Lord Mandelson as part of a team to help him make sure the capital gets the best EU exit deal. Lord Mandelson, one of the architects of New Labour, will be advising Mr Khan on risks and challenges London may face throughout Brexit negotiations. Mr Khan has been clear he wants the capital to push for its own Brexit deal, claiming that ministers are not listening to businesses.