Boris Johnson is out of Brexit ideas
5 years, 4 months ago

Boris Johnson is out of Brexit ideas

CNN  

London CNN — Boris Johnson has only been Prime Minister for seven weeks, but it appears he is already out of ideas on Brexit. If they agree to give Johnson a new deal – which he claims is the UK government’s primary objective – then he has just two weeks to get this deal approved by Parliament. Video Ad Feedback How Brexit could make milk way more complicated 03:13 - Source: CNN First, Johnson could obey the law passed in Parliament last week and request a delay to Brexit. He would return to London faced with two choices: revive former Prime Minister Theresa May’s thrice-defeated Brexit deal or try to ram through no deal by default. This would lead to two weeks of mayhem in which the opposition would try to force a general election by calling for a vote of no confidence in Johnson’s government.

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UK’s landmark postwar elections: When Boris Johnson sought and got a mandate to ‘Get Brexit Done’
6 months ago

UK’s landmark postwar elections: When Boris Johnson sought and got a mandate to ‘Get Brexit Done’

Associated Press  

LONDON — Britain’s upcoming general election is widely expected to lead to a change of government for the first time in 14 years. Many analysts believe it will be one of the country’s most consequential elections since the end of World War II. ___ When former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson called an election in December 2019, it was essentially …

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’s career spanned dizzying heights and tumultuous lows
1 year, 6 months ago

Boris Johnson’s career spanned dizzying heights and tumultuous lows

Associated Press  

LONDON — He was the mayor who reveled in the glory of hosting the 2012 London Olympics, and the man who led the Conservatives to a whopping election victory on the back of his mission to “get Brexit done.” But Boris Johnson’s time as prime minister was marred by his handling of the coronavirus pandemic and a steady stream of …

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 …

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 …

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 …

Boris Johnson eyes comeback bid as UK Tories pick new leader
2 years, 2 months ago

Boris Johnson eyes comeback bid as UK Tories pick new leader

Deccan Chronicle  

LONDON: Several British lawmakers, including former Prime Minister Boris Johnson, were trying to scoop up support on Friday ahead of a short, intense contest to replace Liz Truss as the nation's leader. Johnson ally Nadine Dorries said the party should pick him because “he is a known winner” who led the Conservatives to a big election victory in 2019. “And …

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 …

Photos: Boris Johnson’s time in office as he exits Downing Street
2 years, 4 months ago

Photos: Boris Johnson’s time in office as he exits Downing Street

Al Jazeera  

Liz Truss will become the new leader of the British Conservative Party, and will therefore succeed Boris Johnson as the United Kingdom’s new prime minister. As the leadership race culminated on Monday, the debate about Johnson’s legacy will linger long after he is formally replaced by Truss on Tuesday. Johnson hesitated before imposing a nationwide lockdown in March 2020; experts …

As Boris Johnson departs, UK takes stock of his messy legacy
2 years, 4 months ago

As Boris Johnson departs, UK takes stock of his messy legacy

The Independent  

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As Boris Johnson departs, UK takes stock of his messy legacy
2 years, 4 months ago

As Boris Johnson departs, UK takes stock of his messy legacy

Associated Press  

LONDON — The moving vans have already started arriving at Downing Street as Britain’s Conservative Party prepares to evict Prime Minister Boris Johnson. When wrangling in Parliament over the departure terms brought down Prime Minister Theresa May three years later, Johnson succeeded her with a vow to “get Brexit done.” He led the Conservatives to a huge election victory in …

new UK prime minister to replace Boris Johnson to be announced on September 5
2 years, 5 months ago

new UK prime minister to replace Boris Johnson to be announced on September 5

The Hindu  

The new U.K. Prime Minister to replace the outgoing Boris Johnson will be announced on September 5, the ruling Conservative party said on Monday, with 11 hopefuls currently vying for the job. But a poll of grassroots members by the influential ‘ConservativeHome’ website released on Monday showed strong support for less high-profile candidates, with former defence minister Penny Mordaunt holding …

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 …

DC EDIT | Boris goes at last, but he leaves UK in a total mess
2 years, 6 months ago

DC EDIT | Boris goes at last, but he leaves UK in a total mess

Deccan Chronicle  

The end of Boris Johnson’s tumultuous time as head of the Conservative Party and Prime Minister of the United Kingdom came in chaotic circumstances as the leader of a democracy, consumed by the delusional grandeur that he was serving a colossal mandate from the voters, was forced to bow to the dictates of his party MPs. Given his record of …

One scandal too many: British PM Boris Johnson resigns
2 years, 6 months ago

One scandal too many: British PM Boris Johnson resigns

Associated Press  

LONDON — Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced his resignation Thursday after droves of top government officials quit over the latest scandal to engulf him, marking an end to three tumultuous years in which he tried to bluster his way through one ethical lapse after another. “I regret not to have been successful in those arguments, and of course it’s painful …

Disorderly exit: The Hindu on Boris Johnson’s resignation
2 years, 6 months ago

Disorderly exit: The Hindu on Boris Johnson’s resignation

The Hindu  

For a leader who led the Conservative party to an 80-seat majority three years ago with a Thatcher-like charisma, Boris Johnson’s fall from grace was so steep that a host of his Ministers, including those who were appointed days earlier, publicly called for his resignation on Wednesday. Mr. Johnson, a journalist-turned-politician who rose to the pinnacles of power riding the …

From Brexit to Partygate, a timeline of Johnson’s career
2 years, 6 months ago

From Brexit to Partygate, a timeline of Johnson’s career

Associated Press  

LONDON — He was the mayor who basked in the glory of hosting the 2012 London Olympics, and the man who led the Conservatives to a thumping election victory on the back of his promise to “get Brexit done.” But Boris Johnson’s time as prime minister was marred by his handling of the coronavirus pandemic and a steady stream of …

What’s next for UK? Boris Johnson quits, but not gone yet
2 years, 6 months ago

What’s next for UK? Boris Johnson quits, but not gone yet

Associated Press  

LONDON — Boris Johnson has resigned as Conservative Party leader after months of ethics scandals and a party revolt. Johnson has resigned as party leader, but he is still prime minister until his successor is elected. He appointed several new Cabinet ministers on Thursday to replace those he has lost, and said they would “serve as I will until a …

Boris Johnson resigns as Britain’s prime minister after Tory MPs revolt
2 years, 6 months ago

Boris Johnson resigns as Britain’s prime minister after Tory MPs revolt

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 Boris Johnson has resigned as Conservative leader and said “no one …

From Brexit to Partygate, an overview of Boris Johnson’s career
2 years, 6 months ago

From Brexit to Partygate, an overview of Boris Johnson’s career

Live Mint  

Boris Johnson on Thursday ‘officially’ resigned as leader of Britain's Conservative party, paving the way for the selection of a new prime minister. In his resignation speech from outside of his official residence in 10 Downing Street, he stated, “It is clearly the will of the parliamentary Conservative party that there should be a new leader of that party, and …

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 …

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 …

Boris Johnson resigns as PM, political drama ends in Britain
2 years, 6 months ago

Boris Johnson resigns as PM, political drama ends in Britain

The Hindu  

Boris Johnson resigned on Thursday as leader of Britain’s Conservative party, paving the way for the selection of a new Prime Minister after dozens of Ministers quit his government over 48 hours of frenzied political drama. “It is clearly the will of the parliamentary Conservative party that there should be a new leader of that party, and therefore a new …

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 …

The rise and fall of UK’s Prime Minister Boris Johnson
2 years, 6 months ago

The rise and fall of UK’s Prime Minister Boris Johnson

Al Jazeera  

Johnson started out as a reporter before becoming mayor of London, foreign secretary and eventually prime minister. London, United Kingdom – Boris Johnson has stepped down as the United Kingdom’s prime minister on July 7 after his latest political crisis, following the resignation of key ministers and other officials. Johnson’s leadership has come under intense scrutiny after an investigator’s report …

From Brexit to Partygate, a timeline of Boris Johnson’s career
2 years, 6 months ago

From Brexit to Partygate, a timeline of Boris Johnson’s career

LA Times  

Boris Johnson, then the mayor of London, is flanked by four San Francisco 49ers cheerleaders in October 2010. He was the mayor who basked in the glory of hosting the 2012 London Olympics, and the national politician who led the Conservatives to a thumping election victory on the back of his promise to “get Brexit done.” But Boris Johnson’s time …

What's next for UK? Boris Johnson quits, but not gone yet
2 years, 6 months ago

What's next for UK? Boris Johnson quits, but not gone yet

India TV News  

Highlights Johnson's resignation on Thursday comes after he weathered numerous scandals For now his resignation sparks a party contest to replace him as leader The final two candidates will be put to a vote of the full party membership across the country Boris Johnson resigns as UK PM: Boris Johnson has caved in to a Conservative Party revolt after months …

Boris Johnson’s exit is a sign that the system is functioning
2 years, 6 months ago

Boris Johnson’s exit is a sign that the system is functioning

Al Jazeera  

A feature of a working constitution is that repugnant things can be spat out by the body politic. Today Boris Johnson, the prime minister of the United Kingdom, announced his resignation. But since 1974 every single prime minister has either gained office or lost office between general elections – or, with the cases of Theresa May and Boris Johnson, both. …

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 …

‘Remarkable gifts’ but an ‘absence of conscience’: Boris Johnson was felled by his flaws
2 years, 6 months ago

‘Remarkable gifts’ but an ‘absence of conscience’: Boris Johnson was felled by his flaws

LA Times  

Boris Johnson used his support for the campaign for Britain to leave the European Union to launch himself to the premiership. World & Nation Photos: Before the resignation, the colorful reign of Britain’s Boris Johnson LONDON — Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced his resignation Thursday amid a mass revolt by top members of his government, marking an end to three …

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 …

Why is UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson facing his biggest crisis, and what comes next?
2 years, 6 months ago

Why is UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson facing his biggest crisis, and what comes next?

CNN  

London CNN — UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson is facing his biggest crisis yet, after dozens of government officials, including two senior Cabinet ministers resigned over his the handling of allegations of sexual misconduct by a member of the government. At first, when new reports of Pincher’s historical conduct emerged in the light of his resignation, Downing Street denied the …

Johnson in crisis after Tories crushed in U.K. parliamentary votes
2 years, 6 months ago

Johnson in crisis after Tories crushed in U.K. parliamentary votes

The Hindu  

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson Friday refused to bow to renewed demands to quit, after his Conservatives suffered two crushing defeats in Westminster elections and a staunch ally resigned. In a pointed letter to Mr. Johnson, party chairman and cabinet member Oliver Dowden said “somebody” had to shoulder the blame for “recent events”. The main Labour opposition meanwhile regained the …

UK Boris Johnson’s ups and downs: key events in his career
2 years, 7 months ago

UK Boris Johnson’s ups and downs: key events in his career

Associated Press  

LONDON — A timeline of key events related to Britain’s Prime Minister Boris Johnson 2001-2008: Sits in the House of Commons representing the constituency of Henley. Johnson resigned in July 2018 in opposition to May’s strategy for a “soft” Brexit that would maintain close ties with the EU. Sept. 3, 2019: Twenty-one rebel Conservative Party lawmakers support legislation requiring the …

Weakened UK leader Boris Johnson survives no-confidence vote
2 years, 7 months ago

Weakened UK leader Boris Johnson survives no-confidence vote

Associated Press  

LONDON — British Prime Minister Boris Johnson survived a no-confidence vote on Monday, securing enough support from his Conservative Party to remain in office despite a substantial rebellion that leaves him a weakened leader with an uncertain future. Education Secretary Nadhim Zahawi said Johnson had won the vote “handsomely,” and urged the party to “draw a line under this now.” …

Boris Johnson's fate to be decided tomorrow | The Partygate timeline
2 years, 7 months ago

Boris Johnson's fate to be decided tomorrow | The Partygate timeline

India Today  

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson is set to face a no-confidence vote in the parliament which could result in him being ousted from power. The prime minister apologised when an inquiry into breaches of the lockdown rules at 10 Downing Street concluded "leadership failures" to be the reasons for the rule-breaking in the UK government offices. According to CNN, at …

If UK PM Boris Johnson is ousted, who could replace him?
2 years, 7 months ago

If UK PM Boris Johnson is ousted, who could replace him?

Live Mint  

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson is facing a confidence vote on Monday following a series of scandals, including a damning official report about COVID-19 lockdown-breaking parties at his official residence. Truss has a carefully cultivated public image and was photographed in a tank last year, evoking a famous 1986 image of Britain's first female prime minister, Margaret Thatcher, who was …

June 6, 2022 Boris Johnson confidence vote
2 years, 7 months ago

June 6, 2022 Boris Johnson confidence vote

CNN  

Britain's Prime Minister Boris Johnson pictured inside 10 Downing Street in London, England, on June 6. With the fate of his premiership in the hands of his Conservative friends and foes, Boris Johnson has begged Tory MPs to support him in Monday evening’s confidence vote. In a letter to his party members ahead of the vote, as reported by PA …

Boris Johnson breathes a sigh of relief on Partygate scandal. But another crisis will be along soon
2 years, 7 months ago

Boris Johnson breathes a sigh of relief on Partygate scandal. But another crisis will be along soon

CNN  

London CNN — Boris Johnson has been able to end what might have otherwise been a troubling week with an unexpected sigh of relief. On Thursday, it was announced that the British Prime Minister would not receive any further fines from the Metropolitan Police over the “Partygate” scandal that has dogged Johnson for months. Despite being the first UK premier …

British government returns to 2019 pledges after election setback
2 years, 7 months ago

British government returns to 2019 pledges after election setback

Al Jazeera  

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has returned to his election pledges to tackle regional inequalities and maximise post-Brexit freedoms, hoping to win back voters in southern England who abandoned his party at local polls last week. In the traditional Queen’s Speech, read for the first time in 59 years by Prince Charles rather than Queen Elizabeth due to her mobility …

Boris Johnson’s current crisis of leadership is of his own making
2 years, 11 months ago

Boris Johnson’s current crisis of leadership is of his own making

Live Mint  

There he goes again, the British Prime Minister Boris Johnson, who is described by his newly- appointed communications director as “not a complete clown”. But like with the Joker in the comic series Batman, there often seems a sinister aspect to Johnson’s cynical manipulation of rumours that reaches almost Trumpian sophistication of innuendo. In apparent desperation to deflect blame over …

The Boris Johnson Party is over. But the hangover is just beginning
2 years, 11 months ago

The Boris Johnson Party is over. But the hangover is just beginning

CNN  

Editor’s Note: Rosa Prince is the editor of The House magazine. In a wild two hours in Westminster which saw one party leader thrown out of the chamber for calling the PM a liar, and with several MPs in tears as they described bereavements during the pandemic, Johnson reached repeatedly for the one word he used always to avoid – …

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 …

To Applause and Laughter, PM Boris Johnson Vows to Reshape Britain
3 years, 3 months ago

To Applause and Laughter, PM Boris Johnson Vows to Reshape Britain

News 18  

Prime Minister Boris Johnson vowed to radically re-shape Britain on Wednesday, exhorting his Conservative Party faithful to help the government press on with tackling regional inequality by ending “long term structural weaknesses” in the economy. Firing up his party by invoking former prime minister Margaret Thatcher, trumpeting the government’s vaccine roll out and taking aim at the main opposition Labour …

Theresa May rebukes Boris Johnson as UK welcomes Biden era
3 years, 11 months ago

Theresa May rebukes Boris Johnson as UK welcomes Biden era

Associated Press  

LONDON — British Prime Minister Boris Johnson welcomed the start of a new U.K.-U.S. chapter on Wednesday under incoming U.S. President Joe Biden, even as his predecessor Theresa May accused Johnson of “abandoning” the U.K.’s moral leadership in the world during the tumultuous Trump era. Writing in the Daily Mail newspaper, May slammed Johnson’s threat last year to breach the …

Boris Johnson receives boost as Brexit deal backed by European Research Group
4 years ago

Boris Johnson receives boost as Brexit deal backed by European Research Group

The Independent  

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Tory MP calls for Boris Johnson to quit if he fails to get Brexit trade deal
4 years ago

Tory MP calls for Boris Johnson to quit if he fails to get Brexit trade deal

The Independent  

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Boris Johnson’s Brexit nightmare is back at the worst possible moment
4 years, 7 months ago

Boris Johnson’s Brexit nightmare is back at the worst possible moment

CNN  

London CNN — June 2020 is set to be one of the most important months in Boris Johnson’s somewhat tumultuous first year as Prime Minister. And if the UK wants tariff-free access to it after the transition period transpires – as was Johnson’s position last autumn when he struck an initial Brexit deal with the EU – then the EU …

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