British PM candidates take aim at no-show frontrunner Boris Johnson in televised debate
5 years, 6 months ago

British PM candidates take aim at no-show frontrunner Boris Johnson in televised debate

ABC  

Hopefuls vying to replace British Prime Minister Theresa May have turned their fire on favourite Boris Johnson, questioning his pledge to leave the European Union by the end of October no matter what. Key points: At a leadership debate Mr Johnson's absence was marked by an empty lectern The candidates criticised his Brexit approach, saying his pledge to leave the EU by October 31 was nigh on impossible The Health Minister has backed Mr Johnson as the best choice for PM With the former London mayor and foreign minister keeping a low profile, the other candidates have targeted the air waves to present their cases to lead the governing Conservative Party. Boris 'almost certainly going to be our next prime minister' Conservative party leadership contender Rory Stewart arrives at television studios ahead of a debate. "Boris has run a disciplined campaign and is almost certainly going to be our next prime minister," Mr Hancock wrote in the Sunday Times.

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Boris Johnson speech:Tories accused of ‘desperate new low’ as former PM returns at 11th hour to save Sunak campaign
6 months ago

Boris Johnson speech:Tories accused of ‘desperate new low’ as former PM returns at 11th hour to save Sunak campaign

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Boris Johnson lives for attention – but his latest gig won’t stop him being a busted flush
1 year, 2 months ago

Boris Johnson lives for attention – but his latest gig won’t stop him being a busted flush

The Independent  

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Boris Johnson rules himself out in UK PM race: Read full statement
2 years, 2 months ago

Boris Johnson rules himself out in UK PM race: Read full statement

Hindustan Times  

As former British prime minister Boris Johnson announced that he will not stand for the Tory leadership, he asserted that he is "well placed" to deliver a victory in the 2024 general election. “There is a very good chance that I would be successful in the election with Conservative Party members - and that I could indeed be back in …

No Boris Johnson, please: MPs not keen on former UK PM's political comeback
2 years, 2 months ago

No Boris Johnson, please: MPs not keen on former UK PM's political comeback

Hindustan Times  

Boris Johnson has hinted at a return to 10 Downing Street following UK prime minister's Liz Truss resignation. Boris Johnson In UK PM Race: Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson walks, at Gatwick Airport, near London, Britain. Several Tory MPs have expressed opposition to Boris Johnson’s return, calling it to be the “end of the Conservative party”, in case he …

Boris Johnson Eyes Comeback As UK Conservatives Pick New PM
2 years, 2 months ago

Boris Johnson Eyes Comeback As UK Conservatives Pick New PM

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING LONDON — Several British lawmakers, including scandal-tarnished former Prime Minister Boris Johnson, jockeyed for support Friday to become the country’s next leader following the implosion of Liz Truss’ historically short-lived government. Rob Ford, professor of political science at the University of Manchester, said Conservatives who thought Johnson could solve their problems “don’t live in a reality-based community.” …

A Boris Johnson comeback as Britain’s prime minister? Some Conservatives hope so
2 years, 2 months ago

A Boris Johnson comeback as Britain’s prime minister? Some Conservatives hope so

LA Times  

Several British lawmakers, including former Prime Minister Boris Johnson, scrambled to scoop up support Friday ahead of a short, intense contest to replace Liz Truss as the nation’s leader. Johnson, who remained a lawmaker after Truss became prime minister last month, has not said whether he will run, but his allies in Parliament are working to gather support. The party’s …

Boris Johnson tops poll of bad UK prime ministers as term comes to end
2 years, 4 months ago

Boris Johnson tops poll of bad UK prime ministers as term comes to end

Firstpost  

The outgoing prime minister was given a poor performance rating by around 49 per cent of the British public polled to judge the performance of post-war British leaders since 1945 London: Boris Johnson has topped a public poll to pick leaders who are seen as having done a bad job as prime minister, pollster Ipsos found in a new survey …

Boris Johnson opposes Tory grassroots campaign to keep him in power, Nadine Dorries says
2 years, 5 months ago

Boris Johnson opposes Tory grassroots campaign to keep him in power, Nadine Dorries says

The Independent  

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Boris Johnson Will Not Support Any Candidate Running To Succeed Him As UK's PM: Report
2 years, 5 months ago

Boris Johnson Will Not Support Any Candidate Running To Succeed Him As UK's PM: Report

ABP News  

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson declined to back any of the candidates running to succeed him on Monday, saying he didn't want to jeopardize their prospects, news agency Reuters reported. In his first media appearance after stepping down as PM, Johnson said, "I wouldn't want to damage anybody's chances by offering my support." 11 Candidates To Race To Succeed Boris …

Who is likely to replace Boris Johnson?
2 years, 6 months ago

Who is likely to replace Boris Johnson?

The Independent  

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Boris Johnson to resign: This is how the new UK prime minister will be chosen
2 years, 6 months ago

Boris Johnson to resign: This is how the new UK prime minister will be chosen

Live Mint  

On July 7, Boris Johnson was scheduled to step down as prime minister, starting the process of electing a new leader for the United Kingdom. The procedure for selecting Johnson's replacement will go as follows: This summer will see a Conservative leadership election, and a new prime minister will be in office by the time of the party conference in …

Conservative leadership race: Who might replace Boris Johnson as UK Prime Minister?
2 years, 6 months ago

Conservative leadership race: Who might replace Boris Johnson as UK Prime Minister?

CNN  

London CNN — The race to replace British Prime Minister Boris Johnson is ramping up, with 11 candidates declaring their intention to run, many on platforms of lowering taxes and promises to clean up government following Johnson’s crisis-plagued leadership. His stock sank earlier this year after revelations that he broke Covid regulations to attend the prime minister’s birthday party on …

Britain’s Boris Johnson battles to stay as PM amid revolt
2 years, 6 months ago

Britain’s Boris Johnson battles to stay as PM amid revolt

Associated Press  

LONDON — British Prime Minister Boris Johnson battled to remain in office Wednesday, brushing off calls for his resignation after three Cabinet ministers and a slew of junior officials said they could no longer serve under his scandal-plagued leadership. Labour Party leader Keir Starmer mockingly said of the resignations surrounding Johnson, “Isn’t it the first recorded case of the sinking …

DC Edit | Endgame may be near in Boris’ battle for survival
2 years, 6 months ago

DC Edit | Endgame may be near in Boris’ battle for survival

Deccan Chronicle  

The British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has shown himself to be a master of political survival with a Houdini-like ability to get out of every situation that triggered calls for his head. There are sections within his party who blame him, and not without basis, for his government’s mishandling the fallout of each problem, beginning with the “Patygate” scandal in …

U.K. PM Johnson claims to be on track to win next election amid rebellion
2 years, 6 months ago

U.K. PM Johnson claims to be on track to win next election amid rebellion

The Hindu  

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Sunday angered many of his Conservative Party colleagues with bold claims of being on track to lead the governing party at the next general election, despite a growing rebellion against his leadership following scathing defeats in two important by-elections. Earlier, in a BBC interview, Mr. Johnson said: “If you’re saying you want me to …

SARAH VINE: Boris Johnson will soldier on, despite being badly wounded
2 years, 7 months ago

SARAH VINE: Boris Johnson will soldier on, despite being badly wounded

Daily Mail  

Personally, if I were the Prime Minister waking up yesterday morning having received a resounding slap in the face from my own MPs, I would be thinking: 'Oh sod it. In Johnson's case, he has tried to retain his trademark shambolic, Devil-may-care, lovable ruffian persona — one that may work fine in journalism, or as a constituency MP entertaining the …

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson survives Conservative Party no-confidence motion
2 years, 7 months ago

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson survives Conservative Party no-confidence motion

ABC  

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has survived a confidence vote but a large rebellion in his Conservative Party over the so-called "partygate" scandal has dealt a blow to his authority. Key points: Mr Johnson has been struggling following revelations he and his staff repeatedly held boozy parties that flouted COVID-19 restrictions The vote was triggered after the required 54 MPs …

British MPs to vote on Boris Johnson's ‘partygate’ scandal on Thursday
2 years, 8 months ago

British MPs to vote on Boris Johnson's ‘partygate’ scandal on Thursday

Hindustan Times  

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson, in trouble with MPs over the ‘partygate’ scandal, will face a crucial House of Commons vote on Thursday to determine whether he should be referred for further investigation over his ‘misleading’ statements to Parliament in connection with the episode. Britain's Prime Minister Boris Johnson attends Prime Minister's Questions in the House of Commons in London. …

Boris Johnson: Can the UK’s prime minister hold on to power?
3 years ago

Boris Johnson: Can the UK’s prime minister hold on to power?

Al Jazeera  

A punishing electoral defeat for his Conservatives and several scandals might burst the ‘Boris bubble’, say analysts. London, United Kingdom – UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has often been described as a “teflon leader”. The result shows that “the credibility of the prime minister is being questioned in the party’s heartlands” and it will be “very hard even for Johnson …

UK votes in just 3 days; but voters don’t trust either Boris or Corbyn
5 years, 1 month ago

UK votes in just 3 days; but voters don’t trust either Boris or Corbyn

Deccan Chronicle  

Once again a horrible tragedy has filled the last weekend. Just last week, Jack Merritt and Saskia Jones, Cambridge graduates who were passionate about prison reforms and helping prisoners resume normal lives were killed by Usman Khan. But he killed the two young participants and then rushed out on to London Bridge where two years ago a major terrorist incident …

Boris Johnson dismisses his predecessor John Major
5 years, 1 month ago

Boris Johnson dismisses his predecessor John Major

Daily Mail  

Boris Johnson has slapped down Sir John Major's pro-Remain intervention with a dig at the rebellions and infighting that plagued the ex-Tory leader's own troubled time in office. Boris Johnson has slapped down Sir John Major's pro-Remain intervention with a dig at the rebellions and infighting which plagued the ex-Tory leader's own troubled time in office At tonight's BBC head-to-head …

General election: Boris Johnson snubs second TV interview after avoiding Andrew Neil
5 years, 1 month ago

General election: Boris Johnson snubs second TV interview after avoiding Andrew Neil

The Independent  

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BBC says Boris Johnson WILL be allowed to appear on the Andrew Marr Show
5 years, 1 month ago

BBC says Boris Johnson WILL be allowed to appear on the Andrew Marr Show

Daily Mail  

Boris Johnson will be interviewed on the BBC's Andrew Marr Show on Sunday, but has still not agreed to a grilling from the broadcaster's veteran Andrew Neil. Boris Johnson, pictured at the scene in London Bridge today, has agreed to do a sit down interview with Andrew Marr 'In the wake of a major terrorist incident, we believe it is …

Opponents attack Johnson’s character as UK election looms
5 years, 1 month ago

Opponents attack Johnson’s character as UK election looms

Associated Press  

LONDON — Britain’s opposition parties intensified attacks on Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Thursday with two weeks to go until election day, as polls suggested the U.K. leader’s Conservatives have a substantial lead. For Thursday’s climate change-themed debate, broadcaster Channel 4 put Earth-shaped ice sculptures atop podiums in place of Johnson and Brexit Party leader Nigel Farage, who also declined …

UK election debate: Boris Johnson and Jeremy Corbyn need to get better at politics
5 years, 1 month ago

UK election debate: Boris Johnson and Jeremy Corbyn need to get better at politics

CNN  

London CNN — The UK’s general election campaign has finally had its first proper moment, as UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson and Labour Party leader Jeremy Corbyn faced each other in a head-to-head debate. For Johnson, the aim was simple: drive home his campaign slogan of “Get Brexit Done” and show the nation that his Conservative Party will finally end …

UK PM Boris Johnson’s bid for early election rejected
5 years, 4 months ago

UK PM Boris Johnson’s bid for early election rejected

CNN  

Prime Minister’s Questions is famously the toughest hour of the week for any British leader, and the small number of living politicians who have been through it say it pays to do your homework. DANIEL LEAL-OLIVAS/AFP/Getty Images The opposition Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn began the assault with a series of focused questions about the impact of a no-deal Brexit that …

UK PM Boris Johnson’s bid for early election rejected
5 years, 4 months ago

UK PM Boris Johnson’s bid for early election rejected

CNN  

Prime Minister’s Questions is famously the toughest hour of the week for any British leader, and the small number of living politicians who have been through it say it pays to do your homework. DANIEL LEAL-OLIVAS/AFP/Getty Images The opposition Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn began the assault with a series of focused questions about the impact of a no-deal Brexit that …

Boris Johnson can hardly be called conservative as his Brexit battle intensifies
5 years, 4 months ago

Boris Johnson can hardly be called conservative as his Brexit battle intensifies

ABC  

When Boris Johnson assumed the prime ministership just four weeks ago we all knew it would be different. The 'great animator' And so, the great "animator" of British politics, Boris Johnson, assumed the leadership of the Conservative Party and with it the prime ministership of Britain. It may only be four days or so, but with MPs returning from the …

Thom Yorke says ‘f*** you’ to Boris Johnson in angry response to Tory leadership election win
5 years, 5 months ago

Thom Yorke says ‘f*** you’ to Boris Johnson in angry response to Tory leadership election win

The Independent  

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Boris Johnson likely to be declared UK’s next PM today; Conservative leader faces Brexit crisis amid thin majority in Parliament
5 years, 5 months ago

Boris Johnson likely to be declared UK’s next PM today; Conservative leader faces Brexit crisis amid thin majority in Parliament

Firstpost  

Boris Johnson is set to win the race on Tuesday to become Britain’s next prime minister, charged with resolving the Brexit impasse and the high-stakes tanker crisis with Iran London: Boris Johnson is set to win the race on Tuesday to become Britain’s next prime minister, charged with resolving the Brexit impasse and the high-stakes tanker crisis with Iran. The …

Boris Johnson was not always President Trump’s best friend
5 years, 5 months ago

Boris Johnson was not always President Trump’s best friend

CNN  

Washington CNN — President Donald Trump congratulated Boris Johnson on becoming the leader of the Conservative Party and the United Kingdom’s next prime minister Tuesday, praising the man he says is referred to as “Britain Trump.” Trump has often characterized Johnson as a friend, and touted him as a potential prime minister even while Theresa May was in office. Johnson …

UK PM May takes swipe at front-runner Boris Johnson
5 years, 5 months ago

UK PM May takes swipe at front-runner Boris Johnson

Associated Press  

LONDON — Outgoing British Prime Minster Theresa May has leveled a thinly disguised swipe at Conservative Party front-runner Boris Johnson as she underscored the necessity of character in taking on the country’s top post. “There is a real difference.” May stepped down from being Conservative Party leader after her failure to get Parliament to approve a plan for Britain’s departure …

Boris Johnson – blond, bouffant and boorish (Opinion)
5 years, 5 months ago

Boris Johnson – blond, bouffant and boorish (Opinion)

CNN  

Editor’s Note: Kate Maltby is a broadcaster and columnist in the United Kingdom on issues of culture and politics, and a theater critic for The Guardian newspaper. Darroch clearly felt he had no choice but to resign after Johnson wouldn’t commit to retaining him in the post after the unauthorized disclosure of the ambassador’s secret cables calling the Trump administration …

Boris Johnson's neighbour speaks out about calling the police over domestic row
5 years, 6 months ago

Boris Johnson's neighbour speaks out about calling the police over domestic row

ABC  

The neighbour of British MP Boris Johnson has spoken publicly about his decision to call the police after he heard a loud altercation with a woman coming from Mr Johnson's apartment on Friday. Key points: Boris Johnson's neighbour Tom Penn says he shared audio of the incident with the media because it was in the public interest Johnson, who is …

Boris Johnson's neighbour calls police after hearing loud disturbance
5 years, 6 months ago

Boris Johnson's neighbour calls police after hearing loud disturbance

ABC  

British police have investigated concerns for the welfare of a woman after a neighbour of Boris Johnson, the favourite to be the next Prime Minister, heard a loud altercation. Mr Johnson is favourite in a two-person race to become leader of the Conservative Party and Britain's next prime minister. Choosing Britain's next prime minister Boris Johnson and Jeremy Hunt will …

Senior Tory MP says altercation at Boris Johnson's girlfriend's home will 'not go down well'
5 years, 6 months ago

Senior Tory MP says altercation at Boris Johnson's girlfriend's home will 'not go down well'

Daily Mail  

The domestic disturbance at Boris Johnson's girlfriend's home could harm his chance of becoming prime minister, a senior Tory MP has warned. Pictured at 8pm, shortly after news of a domestic disturbance at his house broke, Boris Johnson attends the Uxbridge and South Ruislip Conservative Association Summer Drinks in Uxbridge Miss Symonds is said to have been heard screaming at …

Boris Johnson will face immediate battle with Brexit Party after by-election
5 years, 6 months ago

Boris Johnson will face immediate battle with Brexit Party after by-election

Daily Mail  

Boris Johnson is set to face the first big political test of his leadership against Nigel Farage's Brexit Party days after taking over as prime minister in a tense by-election. Mr Davies, pictured leaving court in May, was fined £1,500, ordered to pay £2,500 towards legal costs and told to carry out 50 hours of community service for expenses fraud …

Tory leadership result: Boris Johnson tops poll as Rory Stewart eliminated
5 years, 6 months ago

Tory leadership result: Boris Johnson tops poll as Rory Stewart eliminated

The Independent  

Sign up for the View from Westminster email for expert analysis straight to your inbox Get our free View from Westminster email Get our free View from Westminster email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Amber Rudd, the work and pensions secretary, who is backing Mr Hunt, was said to …

Boris Johnson increases his lead to become the next British prime minister and Tory leader
5 years, 6 months ago

Boris Johnson increases his lead to become the next British prime minister and Tory leader

ABC  

Boris Johnson has increased his lead in the race for the Conservative leadership in the latest ballot, before taking on the remaining contenders for the UK prime ministership in a live television debate dominated by Brexit. Key points: Dominic Raab only attracted 30 votes and he dropped out The remaining five candidates will take part in an upcoming live television …

Boris Johnson under wraps during Conservative leadership contest
5 years, 6 months ago

Boris Johnson under wraps during Conservative leadership contest

ABC  

Boris Johnson is charging towards Downing Street in a campaign based on saying nothing — and it's working. Key points: Australian spin doctor Lynton Crosby, known as the "Wizard of Oz" is believed to be advising Boris Johnson's campaign Mr Johnson infuriated his No 10 rivals by refusing to take part in a live television debate He has a history …

Tory leadership debate - as it happened: Johnson criticised for TV debate absence as rival hits out at 'competition of machismo'
5 years, 6 months ago

Tory leadership debate - as it happened: Johnson criticised for TV debate absence as rival hits out at 'competition of machismo'

The Independent  

✕ Close Conservative leadership bid: Results of first ballot Sign up for the View from Westminster email for expert analysis straight to your inbox Get our free View from Westminster email Get our free View from Westminster email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Conservative leadership …

Boris Johnson skips debate as Tory rivals quizzed on Brexit
5 years, 6 months ago

Boris Johnson skips debate as Tory rivals quizzed on Brexit

Associated Press  

LONDON — Candidates seeking to beat Boris Johnson and become Britain’s next prime minister accused the Brexit-backing front runner of trying to avoid scrutiny after he refused to take part in a televised debate alongside his five rivals Sunday. “Where is Boris?” Foreign Secretary Jeremy Hunt asked as he and four other contenders for Conservative Party leader faced questions about …

Boris rejects 'coronation' plan to install him in Number 10
5 years, 6 months ago

Boris rejects 'coronation' plan to install him in Number 10

Daily Mail  

Tory leadership front runner Boris Johnson has rejected a plan for a 'coronation' to see him installed in Number 10 without a vote of party members. Both men said they did not want to see a 'coronation' Mr Javid also told reporters it was 'clear' Boris Johnson would be one of the final two leadership candidates but he was happy …

UK leader race down to 6 contenders, Boris Johnson in front
5 years, 6 months ago

UK leader race down to 6 contenders, Boris Johnson in front

Associated Press  

LONDON — One of seven contenders to replace British Prime Minister Theresa May quit the Conservative Party leadership race on Friday, as front-runner Boris Johnson was accused by rivals of trying to dodge media scrutiny. Hancock said he had run as the “candidate of the future” but found that “the party, understandably, is focused very much on the here and …

Rory Stewart WOULD serve under Boris Johnson after previously saying he was 'anti-Boris' contender
5 years, 6 months ago

Rory Stewart WOULD serve under Boris Johnson after previously saying he was 'anti-Boris' contender

Daily Mail  

Rory Stewart performed a screeching u-turn today, saying he would be prepared to serve Boris Johnson if he becomes Prime Minister hours after threatening to set up a rebel Parliament against him. The International development Secretary has previously described himself as the 'anti-Boris' choice in the race to replace Theresa May Mr Johnson won 114 votes yesterday, putting him miles …

Jeremy Hunt taunts Tory rival Boris Johnson for ‘hiding’ from media: ‘What would Churchill say?’
5 years, 6 months ago

Jeremy Hunt taunts Tory rival Boris Johnson for ‘hiding’ from media: ‘What would Churchill say?’

The Independent  

Sign up for the View from Westminster email for expert analysis straight to your inbox Get our free View from Westminster email Get our free View from Westminster email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Jeremy Hunt has taunted leadership rival Boris Johnson for “hiding away” …

Boris WILL join TV debate... AFTER the next round of voting
5 years, 6 months ago

Boris WILL join TV debate... AFTER the next round of voting

Daily Mail  

Boris Johnson today bowed to pressure and agreed to take part in a live televised Tory leadership debate after being accused of being a coward and hiding by rivals as the race to replace Theresa May turned nasty. Mr Johnson's announcement, made to the BBC, came after he was taunted by Jeremy Hunt over his failure to commit to going …

Boris Johnson takes strong lead in race for next UK leader
5 years, 6 months ago

Boris Johnson takes strong lead in race for next UK leader

Associated Press  

LONDON — The flamboyant, divisive Boris Johnson took a commanding lead Thursday in the contest to become Britain’s next prime minister, winning by far the largest share of support in the first round of voting by Conservative Party lawmakers. The winner will become both the new Conservative Party leader and Britain’s next prime minister. Johnson vowed Wednesday that as prime …

Boris Johnson frontrunner in race to succeed Theresa May as British PM, gets most votes in first round of leadership poll
5 years, 6 months ago

Boris Johnson frontrunner in race to succeed Theresa May as British PM, gets most votes in first round of leadership poll

Firstpost  

Boris Johnson secured his position as the frontrunner in the race to succeed Theresa May as British PM as he won the highest number of votes in the first round of the leadership poll. London: Boris Johnson on Thursday secured his position as the frontrunner in the race to succeed Theresa May as British prime minister as he won the …

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