Peer’s Drug and Cosmetic Procedure Links to Epstein Exposed in Damning Email Cache
Explosive new revelations have surfaced, detailing how a prominent Labour peer, Peter Mandelson, allegedly received prescription drugs and cosmetic treatments from disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein. The leaked emails, unearthed as part of a broader investigation into Epstein’s illicit activities, suggest a level of intimacy and reliance between the two men that has raised serious questions.
The correspondence indicates that Epstein, a convicted paedophile, not only facilitated cosmetic procedures like Botox for Mandelson but also supplied him with controlled substances, including those believed to be Xanax, a powerful sedative known for its addictive properties. These exchanges reportedly occurred while Epstein was under house arrest following his conviction for soliciting sex from a minor.
The ‘Triangles’ and the Tranquillisers: A Disturbing Exchange
One of the most startling aspects of the unearthed emails is Mandelson’s apparent request for “triangles,” a reference widely understood to be Xanax pills, which are often triangular in shape depending on their dosage. In one particularly stark message, Mandelson is quoted as saying, “Triangles are all very well but you need someone to use them on…” This comment has drawn significant criticism, given Epstein’s known history of supplying Xanax to his victims to make them more compliant and dependent.
The NHS advises against prescribing Xanax due to its high risk of addiction. Its possession without a prescription is illegal in both the United States and the United Kingdom. The emails suggest Mandelson’s reliance on Epstein extended to seeking medical advice and obtaining medication, highlighting a deeply concerning relationship.
The Cosmetic Connection: Botox and Beyond
Beyond the allegations of drug supply, the emails also reveal Epstein’s role in arranging cosmetic procedures for Mandelson. During a taxpayer-funded visit to New York in March 2010, while Epstein was under house arrest, Mandelson reportedly met with him twice. In exchanges leading up to the visit, Mandelson inquired about “injections,” and Epstein subsequently proposed “Wed face and neck?” Mandelson’s response, “do you think I should,” followed by Epstein’s directive, “Botox first step,” suggests a planned cosmetic intervention. While it remains unclear if the Botox procedure itself took place, an invoice for “Lipokit,” a cosmetic fat transfer injection, dated the same day as Mandelson’s visit, was reportedly found.
A Pattern of Dependency: Xanax and Victim Testimony
The revelations about Mandelson’s alleged dealings with Epstein come amid ongoing scrutiny of the financier’s predatory network. Virginia Giuffre, a prominent victim of Epstein’s trafficking, has spoken out about her own experiences with Xanax. In her posthumously published memoir, she described becoming heavily reliant on the drug, prescribed by doctors connected to Ghislaine Maxwell, to cope with the ongoing abuse. She admitted to taking as many as eight Xanax pills a day at her lowest points.
Other victims have corroborated this pattern. An email from the US Department of Justice’s Epstein Files, dated 2011, records a victim reporting that Epstein “gave her Xanax to keep her emotionally malleable.” Another email from 2013, sent to Epstein by an unidentified individual believed to be a victim, described the Xanax as having a detrimental effect, stating, “The Xanax was not good. It knocked me out within 20 minutes of taking it. I could not wake up and had the craziest nightmares.”
Political Fallout and Calls for Investigation
These latest revelations are expected to intensify pressure on Sir Keir Starmer, particularly concerning his past decision to appoint Mandelson as the UK’s ambassador to the US. Reports have emerged that the Prime Minister was previously warned in writing about Mandelson’s continued “particularly close” friendship with Epstein, even after Epstein’s sex offence convictions in 2008.
The Shadow Home Secretary, Chris Philp, has described the revelations as “jaw-dropping” and stated that if Mandelson was receiving restricted drugs and Botox from Epstein, it demonstrates the “depths to which he had become dependent on this evil paedophile.” He has called for an immediate police investigation.
Beyond Drugs and Cosmetics: Other Allegations
The unearthed correspondence also touches on other aspects of Mandelson’s interactions with Epstein. In June 2010, Mandelson appeared to inquire about obtaining more Niaspan, a prescription cholesterol-lowering medication, before adding the now-infamous line about needing “someone to use them on…” Epstein, who was reportedly an advocate for Niaspan, advised Mandelson to take it daily and obtain a prescription, claiming it would “change your life.”
Mandelson also disclosed to Epstein that he was taking the antidepressant Dosulepin. NHS guidance indicates this medication should not be prescribed for depression due to its toxicity and significant cardiac risks, raising further questions about the source of Mandelson’s medication. As late as February 2011, Mandelson was still seeking Epstein’s advice on medication timing when crossing time zones, indicating a continued trust in Epstein’s medical counsel.
Adding another layer to the complex relationship, an email sent shortly after Mandelson’s New York visit in 2010 suggests Epstein may have also provided him with clothing. Mandelson is quoted as thanking Epstein for a “new jumper with new shoes and belt.”
Mandelson’s legal representatives have declined to comment on any of the matters raised in the investigation. The peer, who is reportedly under investigation for misconduct in public office, has previously expressed regret for his association with Epstein, labelling their friendship a “most terrible mistake” and an act of “misplaced loyalty.”
A Shadowy Past: Massages and Joking Remarks
Further context to the Epstein saga has emerged from a former employee, Christine Kenneally, who claims she was instructed to massage Prince Andrew and Peter Mandelson. Kenneally recounted being flown to Martha’s Vineyard in 1999 by Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell. While she described both Andrew and Mandelson as “perfect gentlemen” and stated that no inappropriate behaviour occurred, she confirmed being paid for the trip and receiving a bonus for massaging “important people.”
Separately, a leaked email from February 2011 shows Prince Andrew and his business associate Jonathan Rowland joking about “getting a massage” in the wake of an interview with Virginia Giuffre. Rowland’s subsequent message to Andrew in April 2011, mentioning considering a massage while in China, elicited a crude response from Andrew, highlighting a seemingly flippant attitude towards sensitive topics within their circle.
