Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar has been accused of rewriting history over his involvement in the Peter Mandelson scandal. The controversy stems from Sarwar's recent comments about the affair, which critics say contradict established facts.
Sarwar, who was a special adviser to Mandelson during his time as a European Commissioner, has faced scrutiny for his role in the 2008 scandal. At the time, Mandelson was forced to resign after it emerged he had lobbied the UK government on behalf of a Russian billionaire.
Opponents claim Sarwar is now attempting to downplay his involvement and misrepresent the sequence of events. The SNP has seized on the issue, accusing Sarwar of trying to rewrite history for political gain.
Sarwar has defended his account, insisting he acted appropriately throughout the affair. However, the row has reignited debate about Labour's handling of the scandal and the ethical standards of its politicians.
