Boris Johnson resigns: Lectern appears outside Number 10 as PM poised to step down
2 years, 8 months ago

Boris Johnson resigns: Lectern appears outside Number 10 as PM poised to step down

The Independent  

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Boris Johnson backs Rishi Sunak, warns of Labour danger ahead of UK election
8 months, 4 weeks ago

Boris Johnson backs Rishi Sunak, warns of Labour danger ahead of UK election

India Today  

Former Prime Minister Boris Johnson made a surprise appearance in the British election campaign on Tuesday, issuing a last-ditch bid to rally support for the Conservatives and their leader Rishi Sunak, the man who helped turf him out of office. In a speech listing many of his own achievements, Johnson gave little personal endorsement to Sunak but focused on what …

Boris Johnson lives for attention – but his latest gig won’t stop him being a busted flush
1 year, 5 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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A Boris Johnson ally quits the UK government with a blast at Prime Minister Rishi Sunak
1 year, 9 months ago

A Boris Johnson ally quits the UK government with a blast at Prime Minister Rishi Sunak

Associated Press  

LONDON — A British environment minister who is close to former Prime Minister Boris Johnson quit on Friday, accusing the current government of apathy toward climate issues. Goldsmith, a long-time conservationist, said he was quitting the government because Prime Minister Rishi Sunak was “simply uninterested” in the environment. Goldsmith’s resignation comes the day after he was among eight allies of …

UK ex-PM Boris Johnson's ally resigns as minister in Sunak Cabinet
1 year, 9 months ago

UK ex-PM Boris Johnson's ally resigns as minister in Sunak Cabinet

India TV News  

An ally of former British prime minister Boris Johnson on Friday resigned as an environment minister, highlighting the "apathy" of the current government led by Rishi Sunak and accusing it of being “simply uninterested” towards climate issues. However, Downing Street soon released Sunak’s response to Goldsmith which revealed that he had been asked to apologise to lawmakers for trying to …

UK lawmakers back scathing report that slammed Boris Johnson over ‘partygate’
1 year, 9 months ago

UK lawmakers back scathing report that slammed Boris Johnson over ‘partygate’

Associated Press  

LONDON — Britain’s House of Commons on Monday resoundingly endorsed a report that found Boris Johnson lied to lawmakers about lockdown-flouting parties in his office, a humiliating censure that strips the former prime minister of his lifetime access to Parliament. “It is important to show the public that there is not one rule for them and another for us,” said …

Boris Johnson the liar: How the former PM lied and lied again to the Commons
1 year, 9 months ago

Boris Johnson the liar: How the former PM lied and lied again to the Commons

The Independent  

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Boris Johnson in desperate last-ditch ruse to derail Partygate verdict
1 year, 9 months ago

Boris Johnson in desperate last-ditch ruse to derail Partygate verdict

The Independent  

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UK parliamentary committee to conclude Boris Johnson ‘partygate’ inquiry
1 year, 9 months ago

UK parliamentary committee to conclude Boris Johnson ‘partygate’ inquiry

Associated Press  

LONDON — A U.K. parliamentary committee was expected to publish this week a report on whether former Prime Minister Boris Johnson misled lawmakers over lockdown-flouting parties at his office, after lawmakers met Monday to conclude their inquiry. Ahead of the findings being made public, Johnson unexpectedly quit as a lawmaker on Friday and angrily accused political opponents of driving him …

Boris Johnson’s bombshell exit from Parliament leaves UK politics reeling
1 year, 9 months ago

Boris Johnson’s bombshell exit from Parliament leaves UK politics reeling

Associated Press  

LONDON — Former U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson left chaos in his wake Saturday after quitting Parliament with a blast at fellow lawmakers he accused of ousting him in a “witch hunt.” As opponents jeered, the Conservative government absorbed the shock of yet another Johnson earthquake, while a band of loyal supporters insisted Britain’s divisive ex-leader could still make a …

Boris Johnson’s career spanned dizzying heights and tumultuous lows
1 year, 9 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's bombshell exit from Parliament leaves UK politics reeling
1 year, 9 months ago

Boris Johnson's bombshell exit from Parliament leaves UK politics reeling

The Independent  

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Boris Johnson quits as MP and claims he is victim of ‘Partygate and Brexit witch-hunt’
1 year, 9 months ago

Boris Johnson quits as MP and claims he is victim of ‘Partygate and Brexit witch-hunt’

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Boris Johnson quits as UK lawmaker after learning he will be sanctioned over 'partygate'
1 year, 9 months ago

Boris Johnson quits as UK lawmaker after learning he will be sanctioned over 'partygate'

India Today  

Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson shocked Britain on Friday by quitting as a lawmaker after being told he will be sanctioned for misleading Parliament. Johnson resigned after receiving the results of an investigation by lawmakers into misleading statements he made to Parliament about “partygate,” a series of rule-breaking government parties during the Covid-19 pandemic. READ | Ex-UK PM Boris …

Boris Johnson resigns: UK's Ex-PM quits Parliament with immediate effect | DEETS
1 year, 9 months ago

Boris Johnson resigns: UK's Ex-PM quits Parliament with immediate effect | DEETS

India TV News  

Boris Johnson resigns: In a shocking move, former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Friday aghast the nation by abruptly quitting as a member of the parliament. Johnson accused Commons inquiry of attempting to "drive me out" On Friday, Johnson received a confidential letter from the MP-led privileges Committee over the crucial matter. Johnson said he corrected the record as …

UK politics reels from ex-PM Johnson’s shock exit
1 year, 9 months ago

UK politics reels from ex-PM Johnson’s shock exit

Al Jazeera  

Johnson, who has been under investigation over ‘Partygate’, says his political opponents were ‘determined to drive me out’. Al Jazeera’s Rory Challands, reporting from Westminster, said Johnson, with his move, threw a grenade right into the heart of Rishi Sunak’s government, “sending shards of political shrapnel in all directions”. No official statement or any ministers going on the record.” ‘Good …

Boris Johnson quits as UK lawmaker after being told he will be sanctioned for misleading Parliament
1 year, 9 months ago

Boris Johnson quits as UK lawmaker after being told he will be sanctioned for misleading Parliament

Associated Press  

LONDON — Former U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson shocked Britain on Friday by quitting as a lawmaker after being told he will be sanctioned for misleading Parliament. Johnson resigned after receiving the results of an investigation by lawmakers into misleading statements he made to Parliament about “partygate,” a series of rule-breaking government parties during the COVID-19 pandemic. Johnson, 58, said …

Boris Johnson Resigns as Conservative MP Amid 'Partygate' Scandal
1 year, 9 months ago

Boris Johnson Resigns as Conservative MP Amid 'Partygate' Scandal

News 18  

Britain’s former prime minister Boris Johnson on Friday announced his resignation as an MP, accusing a parliamentary probe into the “Partygate” scandal of driving him out. Johnson, 58, said he was stepping down with immediate effect “triggering an immediate by-election” in his marginal seat, which heaps political pressure on his successor Rishi Sunak. “I did not lie, and I believe …

Former UK PM Boris Johnson steps down as MP
1 year, 9 months ago

Former UK PM Boris Johnson steps down as MP

Hindustan Times  

Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson is stepping down as an member of parliament with immediate effect, triggering a by- election in his marginal seat. Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson Read here: UK ex-PM Boris Johnson to welcome 8th child soon Johnson had been fighting for his political future with a parliamentary inquiry investigating whether he misled the House …

UK ex-Prime Minister Boris Johnson resigns as MP
1 year, 9 months ago

UK ex-Prime Minister Boris Johnson resigns as MP

Al Jazeera  

Former PM accuses a parliamentary probe into the COVID-19 ‘Partygate’ scandal of driving him out. The UK’s former Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced his resignation as a member of Parliament, accusing a parliamentary probe into the “Partygate” scandal of driving him out. Johnson, 58, said he was stepping down on Friday with immediate effect, “triggering an immediate by-election” in …

BBC chief quits amid furor over role in Boris Johnson loan
1 year, 11 months ago

BBC chief quits amid furor over role in Boris Johnson loan

Associated Press  

LONDON — The chairman of the BBC quit Friday after a report found that he failed to disclose a potential conflict of interest over his role in arranging a loan more than two years ago for Boris Johnson, as scandals from the former prime minister’s turbulent term continue to rattle U.K. public life. A report on the episode by senior …

BBC chief quits amid furor over role in Boris Johnson loan
1 year, 11 months ago

BBC chief quits amid furor over role in Boris Johnson loan

LA Times  

The chairman of British public broadcaster the BBC has resigned after a report found he breached government rules governing public appointments. The chairman of the BBC quit Friday after a report found he failed to disclose a potential conflict of interest over his role in arranging a loan more than two years ago for Boris Johnson, as scandals from the …

Former British PM Boris Johnson fights to keep career afloat in testimony on lockdown parties
2 years ago

Former British PM Boris Johnson fights to keep career afloat in testimony on lockdown parties

Firstpost  

The so-called ‘partygate’ scandal ultimately contributed to Johnson’s downfall, after months of reports that he, alongside other senior government figures, had been present at gatherings in Downing Street during 2020 and 2021 when most of the rest of Britain were forced to stay at home London: Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson will undergo hours of hostile interrogation on Wednesday …

Boris Johnson should quit as MP if he lied over Partygate, says two-thirds of public
2 years ago

Boris Johnson should quit as MP if he lied over Partygate, says two-thirds of public

The Independent  

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Former UK PM Boris Johnson to be questioned by lawmakers over 'Partygate' fiasco
2 years ago

Former UK PM Boris Johnson to be questioned by lawmakers over 'Partygate' fiasco

Firstpost  

London, United Kingdom: British lawmakers will next week quiz former prime minister Boris Johnson over whether he lied to them about “Partygate”, in a probe that could trigger his removal as a member of parliament. “Mr Johnson has accepted the Committee’s invitation to give oral evidence in public,” a statement by parliament’s watchdog privileges committee said. In an interim report …

‘Boris Johnson for prime minister’ plot splits warring Tories
2 years, 2 months ago

‘Boris Johnson for prime minister’ plot splits warring Tories

The Independent  

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Former UK PM Boris Johnson's staff 'had sex' at No 10 lockdown party in 2021
2 years, 2 months ago

Former UK PM Boris Johnson's staff 'had sex' at No 10 lockdown party in 2021

India Today  

Some witnesses have claimed that a few of Boris Johnson’s staff had sex at a Downing Street party on the eve of Prince Philip’s funeral in April 2021 while strict Covid restrictions were still in place. According to them, two couples were seen getting ‘intimate’ at a raucous party which continued past 4 am, according to The Times – with …

What next for Boris Johnson, the former PM with aspirations to lead again?
2 years, 5 months ago

What next for Boris Johnson, the former PM with aspirations to lead again?

The Independent  

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Boris Johnson drops out of race to be next UK prime minister
2 years, 5 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, 5 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 drops out of Tory party leadership race, quashing comeback
2 years, 5 months ago

Boris Johnson drops out of Tory party leadership race, quashing comeback

Hindustan Times  

Boris Johnson has announced that he will not stand for the Tory leadership contest, British media reported on Monday. Boris Johnson said that despite having the support of the MPs required to run, he said "this would simply not be the right thing to do" as "you can't govern effectively unless you have a united party in Parliament", BBC reported. …

Partygate to Pincher: Johnson considers comeback despite year of scandals
2 years, 5 months ago

Partygate to Pincher: Johnson considers comeback despite year of scandals

The Independent  

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No Boris Johnson, please: MPs not keen on former UK PM's political comeback
2 years, 5 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 or Rishi Sunak: Who do UK leaders dislike more
2 years, 5 months ago

Boris Johnson or Rishi Sunak: Who do UK leaders dislike more

India Today  

In a high political drama in the race to succeed Liz Truss as prime minister, supporters of Rishi Sunak and Boris Johnson claimed that their leader enjoys the backing of 100 MPs. Boris Johnson has enough support to enter the race to become Britain's next prime minister, his ally and Conservative lawmaker James Duddridge said on Saturday. Former Conservative party …

Johnson returns to UK amid rumors he will run for leader
2 years, 5 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 has ‘very’ good chance of returning to No 10, former aide says
2 years, 5 months ago

Boris Johnson has ‘very’ good chance of returning to No 10, former aide says

The Independent  

Boris Johnson is enjoying a surge in support among Tory MPs and has a “very” good chance of returning to No 10, a former aide is predicting. “I’m now hearing from two or three people I really respect – who are usually very good at the numbers – that he is not only likely to pass the 100 MPs’ threshold …

Boris Johnson, ousted by scandal, eyes comeback as UK leader
2 years, 5 months ago

Boris Johnson, ousted by scandal, eyes comeback as UK leader

Associated Press  

LONDON — Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson -- ousted by ethics scandals just three months ago -- jockeyed to make a comeback Friday as one of several contenders seeking to replace Liz Truss, whose rapid downfall threw the country’s leadership into disarray at a time of severe economic challenges. House of Commons leader Penny Mordaunt was the first candidate …

Boris Johnson Eyes Comeback As UK Conservatives Pick New PM
2 years, 5 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.” …

Blackford: ‘Wave of revulsion’ across Scotland if Johnson returns as PM
2 years, 5 months ago

Blackford: ‘Wave of revulsion’ across Scotland if Johnson returns as PM

The Independent  

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Could Boris Johnson become prime minister again?
2 years, 5 months ago

Could Boris Johnson become prime minister again?

The Independent  

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Piers Morgan hits out at calls for Boris Johnson to return as prime minister
2 years, 5 months ago

Piers Morgan hits out at calls for Boris Johnson to return as prime minister

The Independent  

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Could Boris Johnson be the next Prime Minister? Runners and riders
2 years, 5 months ago

Could Boris Johnson be the next Prime Minister? Runners and riders

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Boris Johnson comeback cannot be ruled out, says ally
2 years, 5 months ago

Boris Johnson comeback cannot be ruled out, says ally

The Independent  

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Independent councillors call for scandal-hit MP Chris Pincher to step down
2 years, 5 months ago

Independent councillors call for scandal-hit MP Chris Pincher to step down

The Independent  

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Johnson resignation means UK has six living ex-prime ministers for first time
2 years, 6 months ago

Johnson resignation means UK has six living ex-prime ministers for first time

The Independent  

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Boris Johnson says Tories ‘changed the rules’ as he complains about his removal in final speech as PM
2 years, 6 months ago

Boris Johnson says Tories ‘changed the rules’ as he complains about his removal in final speech as PM

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Boris Johnson expected to skip Conservative Party conference
2 years, 6 months ago

Boris Johnson expected to skip Conservative Party conference

The Independent  

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Boris Johnson's former chief of staff refuses to rule out a comeback for the Prime Minister
2 years, 6 months ago

Boris Johnson's former chief of staff refuses to rule out a comeback for the Prime Minister

Daily Mail  

Boris Johnson’s former chief of staff has said he would ‘never say never’ about a comeback for the Prime Minister. But he also revealed that Mr Johnson was ‘cross’ at the manner of his departure after scores of Ministers forced his resignation. Mr Johnson is to formally resign on Tuesday, with Foreign Secretary Liz Truss expected to take over. Mr …

Boris Johnson hopes to return to power ‘like Donald Trump’, says Rory Stewart
2 years, 7 months ago

Boris Johnson hopes to return to power ‘like Donald Trump’, says Rory Stewart

The Independent  

Boris Johnson plans to copy Donald Trump by returning to power when the Tory party and the public turn against Liz Truss, a former cabinet minister says. Rory Stewart also likened the departing prime minister to Silvio Berlusconi, who is plotting a comeback in Italy despite – like Mr Johnson – being brought down by multiple scandals. “I’m afraid he …

Ex-Tory cabinet ministers say Boris Johnson is already plotting his comeback
2 years, 7 months ago

Ex-Tory cabinet ministers say Boris Johnson is already plotting his comeback

The Independent  

Boris Johnson is already plotting how he could return to power and save the Conservatives at the next general election, former cabinet ministers say. This “seller’s remorse” threatens to be a big headache for the next leader – especially if, as rumoured, Mr Johnson turns up at the October party conference and receives a hero’s welcome. Mr Gauke suggested Mr …

Boris Johnson won’t say whether he will keep ignoring Rishi Sunak’s calls
2 years, 7 months ago

Boris Johnson won’t say whether he will keep ignoring Rishi Sunak’s calls

The Independent  

Boris Johnson has refused to say whether he will continue to ignore calls from his former chancellor Rishi Sunak. The Tory leadership contender – who resignation last month help spark the cabinet revolt which ended Mr Johnson’s premiership – revealed the PM was no longer returning his calls and messages. Grilled about the fall-out and whether he had spoken to …

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