UK defence minister rules himself out of leadership race after 'careful consideration'
2 years, 5 months ago

UK defence minister rules himself out of leadership race after 'careful consideration'

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Defence Minister Ben Wallace was seen by some as the favorite choice among Conservative party members in what’s shaping up to be a wide open leadership race following Boris Johnson’s resignation announcement London: A British Cabinet minister tipped to be a frontrunner in the Conservative Party’s leadership race ruled himself out of the contest Saturday. Defence Minister Ben Wallace said after “careful consideration” and discussion with colleagues and family, he will not be running to replace Boris Johnson as Conservative leader and the country’s next prime minister. Wallace was seen by some as the favorite choice among Conservative party members in what’s shaping up to be a wide open leadership race following Johnson’s resignation announcement on Thursday. Wallace said his decision wasn’t “an easy choice to make, but my focus is on my current job and keeping this great country safe.” Conservative party officials on Monday are expected to set out the timetable for a leadership contest, with the aim of having a winner by the end of the summer.

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Ben Wallace to step down as an MP at next election
1 year, 5 months ago

Ben Wallace to step down as an MP at next election

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. Mr Wallace, who was a close ally of Boris Johnson, told The Times: “I’m not …

Boris Johnson drops out of race to be next UK prime minister
2 years, 2 months ago

Boris Johnson drops out of race to be next UK prime minister

Associated Press  

LONDON — Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced Sunday he will not run to lead the Conservative Party, ending a short-lived, high-profile attempt to return to the prime minister’s job he was ousted from little more than three months ago. His withdrawal leaves former Treasury chief Rishi Sunak the strong favorite to become Britain’s next prime minister — the …

Boris Johnson Out Of Race To Be Next UK Prime Minister
2 years, 2 months ago

Boris Johnson Out Of Race To Be Next UK Prime Minister

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING LONDON — Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced Sunday he will not run to lead the Conservative Party, ending a short-lived attempt to return to the prime minister’s job he was ousted from little more than three months ago. His withdrawal leaves former Treasury chief Rishi Sunak the strong favorite to be Britain’s next prime minister. …

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 …

Johnson returns to UK amid rumors he will run for leader
2 years, 2 months ago

Johnson returns to UK amid rumors he will run for leader

Associated Press  

LONDON — The lightning-fast race to replace Liz Truss as British Prime Minister got even wilder Saturday as former leader Boris Johnson jetted back to the U.K amid speculation he will run to reclaim his former job. Former Deputy Prime Minister Dominic Raab, said Saturday morning that it was “difficult to see” how Johnson could become prime minister again when …

UK: Defence Secretary Ben Wallace Rules out PM Bid, Likely to Back Boris Johnson
2 years, 2 months ago

UK: Defence Secretary Ben Wallace Rules out PM Bid, Likely to Back Boris Johnson

News 18  

British defence minister Ben Wallace on Friday said he will not stand in the contest to replace Liz Truss as prime minister and was leaning towards backing former leader Boris Johnson. “It’s the job I intend to stay doing so I’m not going to be standing for prime minister this time.” Wallace is one of the few ministers to have …

Wallace suggests he would back Johnson as he rules himself out of race for No 10
2 years, 2 months ago

Wallace suggests he would back Johnson as he rules himself out of race for No 10

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Pointing to Mr Johnson’s record on defence spending and citing the mandate he achieved …

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.” …

Could Boris Johnson become prime minister again?
2 years, 2 months ago

Could Boris Johnson become prime minister again?

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. Only days ago, Mr Johnson – who served as prime minister for just over three …

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 …

Here are the candidates for the next U.K. leader. Yes, Boris Johnson is one of them
2 years, 2 months ago

Here are the candidates for the next U.K. leader. Yes, Boris Johnson is one of them

NPR  

Here are the candidates for the next U.K. leader. Yes, Boris Johnson is one of them Enlarge this image toggle caption Daniel Leal/AFP via Getty Images Daniel Leal/AFP via Getty Images LONDON — Following the resignation of Liz Truss as Britain's fourth prime minister in a little over six years, her Conservative Party — in power since 2010 — is …

Race to replace Boris Johnson down to final 3 contenders
2 years, 5 months ago

Race to replace Boris Johnson down to final 3 contenders

Associated Press  

LONDON — The fractious race to replace Boris Johnson as Britain’s prime minister entered an unpredictable endgame Tuesday as three candidates for Conservative Party leader were left battling for the two spots in a run-off vote. After the latest vote knocked Badenoch out, former Treasury chief Rishi Sunak led the shrinking field of candidates and had all but secured his …

Britain’s next prime minister is unlikely to be a white man
2 years, 5 months ago

Britain’s next prime minister is unlikely to be a white man

LA Times  

The five remaining candidates in the Conservative Party leadership race to replace British Prime Minister Boris Johnson are, clockwise from top left, Rishi Sunak, Penny Mordaunt, Kemi Badenoch, Tom Tugendhat and Liz Truss. A historically diverse slate of candidates is vying to succeed Prime Minister Boris Johnson, who announced his resignation this month as premier and as leader of the …

2 candidates knocked out of UK Conservative leadership race
2 years, 5 months ago

2 candidates knocked out of UK Conservative leadership race

Associated Press  

LONDON — Two candidates were knocked out of the race to replace U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Wednesday, leaving six lawmakers battling to lead a Conservative Party — and a country — hoping to move on from months of scandal and division. She said voters “are fed up with us not delivering, they are fed up with unfulfilled promises …

The contenders vying to succeed Johnson as next UK leader
2 years, 5 months ago

The contenders vying to succeed Johnson as next UK leader

Associated Press  

LONDON — Eight politicians are vying to replace Boris Johnson as the next Conservative Party leader and British prime minister. These are the contenders who have secured support from at least 20 Conservative lawmakers to progress to Wednesday’s run-off votes: ___ RISHI SUNAK, FORMER TREASURY CHIEF Sunak, 42, is the best-known of the party’s potential leaders and a favorite of …

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 …

The UK defense minister rules himself out of the race to succeed Boris Johnson
2 years, 5 months ago

The UK defense minister rules himself out of the race to succeed Boris Johnson

NPR  

The UK defense minister rules himself out of the race to succeed Boris Johnson Enlarge this image toggle caption Kirsty Wigglesworth/AP Kirsty Wigglesworth/AP LONDON — A British Cabinet minister tipped to be a frontrunner in the Conservative Party's leadership race ruled himself out of the contest Saturday. Defense Minister Ben Wallace said after "careful consideration" and discussion with colleagues and …

UK defense minister ben wallace rules himself out of leadership race
2 years, 6 months ago

UK defense minister ben wallace rules himself out of leadership race

The Hindu  

A British Cabinet minister tipped to be a frontrunner in the Conservative Party's leadership race ruled himself out of the contest Saturday. Defense Minister Ben Wallace said after “careful consideration” and discussion with colleagues and family, he will not be running to replace Boris Johnson as Conservative leader and the country's next prime minister. Wallace was seen by some as …

UK leader hopefuls jostle as Johnson digs in for final weeks
2 years, 6 months ago

UK leader hopefuls jostle as Johnson digs in for final weeks

Associated Press  

LONDON — Former British Treasury chief Rishi Sunak formally launched his campaign to replace departing Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Friday, leaping to the front of what is set to be a large pack of Conservative Party contenders — even as some party lawmakers pushed to get the scandal-tarnished Johnson out of office before his replacement is elected over the …

Race for new Tory leader gathering pace in U.K.
2 years, 6 months ago

Race for new Tory leader gathering pace in U.K.

The Hindu  

A field of Conservative candidates seeking to replace departing British Prime Minister Boris Johnson began to take shape on Friday, even as some party lawmakers pushed to get the scandal-tarnished leader out of office before his replacement is elected over the summer. Mr. Johnson announced his resignation on Thursday — a dizzying about-face after months of insisting he would stay …

Runners and riders – the early favourites to replace Boris Johnson as PM
2 years, 6 months ago

Runners and riders – the early favourites to replace Boris Johnson as PM

The Independent  

Sign up to our free Brexit and beyond email for the latest headlines on what Brexit is meaning for the UK Sign up to our Brexit email for the latest insight Sign up to our Brexit email for the latest insight SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. – Penny Mordaunt …

race to replace uk prime minister boris johnson after resignation
2 years, 6 months ago

race to replace uk prime minister boris johnson after resignation

The Hindu  

Britain’s Labour party on Friday threatened a bid to force Prime Minister Boris Johnson out of Downing Street immediately, following his resignation in the face of a cabinet uprising. Labour’s deputy leader Angela Rayner said the main opposition party aimed to trigger a vote of no confidence in parliament if the Tories do not get rid of Mr. Johnson immediately. …

UK Political Crisis Updates: Boris Johnson Resigns, to Stay British PM Until New Leader Elected
2 years, 6 months ago

UK Political Crisis Updates: Boris Johnson Resigns, to Stay British PM Until New Leader Elected

News 18  

UK Political Crisis LIVE Updates: British Prime Minister Boris Johnson resigned as Conservative party leader on Thursday after days of political crisis following a string of defections from ministers and his party’s lawmakers who said he was no longer fit to govern. “Boris Johnson will resign as Conservative leader today — he will continue as prime minister until the autumn,” …

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

Who is likely to replace Boris Johnson?

The Independent  

Sign up for the View from Westminster email for expert analysis straight to your inbox Get our free View from Westminster email Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. They both took swipes at Mr Johnson’s integrity, with Mr …

Boris Johnson to resign, will stay UK PM until new leader elected
2 years, 6 months ago

Boris Johnson to resign, will stay UK PM until new leader elected

Deccan Chronicle  

LONDON: British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Thursday finally agreed to step down as Conservative Party leader, triggering a leadership election for a new Tory leader who will go on to become the new premier, according to reports from Downing Street. Johnson, 58, will remain in charge at 10 Downing Street until the process of electing a new leader is …

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 …

UK’s Boris Johnson resigns after losing party’s support
2 years, 6 months ago

UK’s Boris Johnson resigns after losing party’s support

Al Jazeera  

The 58-year-old Conservative became prime minister in 2019 but has suffered a series of scandals. Boris Johnson, the prime minister who oversaw the United Kingdom’s exit from the European Union and his country’s struggles with the coronavirus pandemic, has announced his resignation, having lost the support of top cabinet ministers. “And today I have appointed a cabinet to serve, as …

British Conservatives set to go for top job if Johnson falls
2 years, 11 months ago

British Conservatives set to go for top job if Johnson falls

Associated Press  

LONDON — Revelations that Prime Minister Boris Johnson and his staff partied while Britain was in a coronavirus lockdown have provoked public outrage and led some members of his Conservative Party to consider ousting their leader. Here’s a look at who could rise if Johnson falls: RISHI SUNAK, TREASURY CHIEF Sunak, 41, is widely regarded as the brightest rising star …

Calls grow for Boris Johnson to resign over Downing Street parties hours before Prince Philip's funeral
2 years, 11 months ago

Calls grow for Boris Johnson to resign over Downing Street parties hours before Prince Philip's funeral

Firstpost  

While Johnson was not present at either of the two gatherings in April 2021, since he was spending the weekend at his Buckinghamshire country estate Chequers, the latest revelations add to the saga around rules being broken at the heart of the UK government London: UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Friday faces mounting leadership pressure amid further allegations of …

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 – 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 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 …

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 …

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 …

Boris Johnson builds momentum in UK Conservative race
5 years, 6 months ago

Boris Johnson builds momentum in UK Conservative race

Associated Press  

LONDON — Boris Johnson solidified his front-runner status in the race to become Britain’s next prime minister on Tuesday, gaining backing from leading pro-Brexit lawmakers. Brexit-backing ex-party leader Iain Duncan Smith wrote in Tuesday’s Daily Telegraph that Johnson “is the most likely to deliver on the requirement to leave the EU” by that date. Even though he’s the favorite, he …

Boris Johnson is the best-known candidate to be British PM. Which is not necessarily good
5 years, 7 months ago

Boris Johnson is the best-known candidate to be British PM. Which is not necessarily good

CNN  

London CNN — Even if you don’t pay much attention to what goes on in the UK, there’s a good chance you’ll have heard the name Boris Johnson before. But if his launch video is anything to go by, it’s clear that Johnson understands that whoever takes over from May needs to unite a country still badly divided by the …

Boris Johnson is the best-known candidate to be British PM. Which is not necessarily good
5 years, 7 months ago

Boris Johnson is the best-known candidate to be British PM. Which is not necessarily good

CNN  

London CNN — Even if you don’t pay much attention to what goes on in the UK, there’s a good chance you’ll have heard the name Boris Johnson before. But if his launch video is anything to go by, it’s clear that Johnson understands that whoever takes over from May needs to unite a country still badly divided by the …

Boris Johnson wants to replace Theresa May as UK Prime Minister
5 years, 7 months ago

Boris Johnson wants to replace Theresa May as UK Prime Minister

CNN  

London CNN — Boris Johnson, former London mayor and ardent critic of Theresa May’s Brexit strategy, has thrown his hat into the ring to replace the British Prime Minister, announcing he will run for leadership of the Conservative Party when she steps down. Widely expected to run for the Conservative leadership in the aftermath of the 2016 Brexit referendum, Johnson …

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