Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson's political career hangs in the balance again. This is due to the MPs investigating claimed that he mislead the UK Parliament over the Partygate Scandal. For more, watch the video.

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British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) chairman Richard Sharp resigned on Friday (April 28) after an independent report found that he breached rules for public appointments in connection with a loan for former UK prime minister Boris Johnson. As he made announcement of his departure he said that he agreed to a request asking him to stay on until the end of June till his successor is chosen.

Sharp was under scanner from UK's public appointments watchdog which was investigating the way in which Sharp&nbsp;was selected by the government to chair BBC in the year 2021.

The report said that Sharp did breach the government's code for public appointments as he failed to disclose a potential conflict of interest. The report however, noted that the breach didn't necessarily invalidate Sharp's appointment.

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But Sharp said staying until the end of his four year term would be a distraction from the broadcaster's "good work".

"I have decided that it is right to prioritise the interests of the BBC," Sharp said in a statement.

"I have therefore, this morning, resigned as the BBC chair to the Secretary of State and to the board."

Here is Richard Sharp's full statement:

"I would like to thank Adam Heppinstall (led inquiry) and and his team for the diligence and professionalism they have shown in compiling today's report. Mr. Heppinstall's view is that while I did breach the governance code for public appointments, he states very clearly that a breach does not necessarily invalidate an appointment.&nbsp;

Indeed, I've always maintained the breach was inadvertent and not material which the facts he lays out substantiate. The secretary of state has consulted with the BBC board who support that view.&nbsp;

Nevertheless, I have decided that it is right to prioritise the interest of the BBC. I feel that this matter may well be a distraction from the corporation's good work, where I to remain in post until the end of my term.&nbsp;

I have therefore this morning resigned as a BBC chair to the secretary of state and to the board. It was proposed to me that I stay on as chair until the end of June. While the process to appoint my successor is undertaken and I will of course do that in the interests of the corporation's stability and continuity."

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British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) chairman Richard Sharp resigned on Friday (April 28) after an independent report found that he breached rules for public appointments in connection with a loan for former UK prime minister Boris Johnson.

British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) chairman Richard Sharp resigned on Friday (April 28) after an independent report found that he breached rules for public appointments in connection with a loan for former UK prime minister Boris Johnson. As he made announcement of his departure he said that he agreed to a request asking him to stay on until the end of June till his successor is chosen. Sharp was under scanner from UK's public appointments watchdog which was investigating the way in which Sharp was selected by the government to chair BBC in the year 2021. The report said that Sharp did breach the government's code for public appointments as he failed to disclose a potential conflict of interest. The report however, noted that the breach didn't necessarily invalidate Sharp's appointment. Watch | BBC Chairman Richard Sharp on Boris row: Breach was inadvertent and not material × But Sharp said staying until the end of his four year term would be a distraction from the broadcaster's "good work". "I have decided that it is right to prioritise the interests of the BBC," Sharp said in a statement. "I have therefore, this morning, resigned as the BBC chair to the Secretary of State and to the board." Here is Richard Sharp's full statement: "I would like to thank Adam Heppinstall (led inquiry) and and his team for the diligence and professionalism they have shown in compiling today's report. Mr. Heppinstall's view is that while I did breach the governance code for public appointments, he states very clearly that a breach does not necessarily invalidate an appointment. Indeed, I've always maintained the breach was inadvertent and not material which the facts he lays out substantiate. The secretary of state has consulted with the BBC board who support that view. Nevertheless, I have decided that it is right to prioritise the interest of the BBC. I feel that this matter may well be a distraction from the corporation's good work, where I to remain in post until the end of my term. I have therefore this morning resigned as a BBC chair to the secretary of state and to the board. It was proposed to me that I stay on as chair until the end of June. While the process to appoint my successor is undertaken and I will of course do that in the interests of the corporation's stability and continuity." You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

BBC Chairman Richard Sharp resigns after report finds he breached rules

BBC CEO Richard Sharp leaves his position, after an investigation determined he had broken the rules by failing to disclose his participation in securing a loan for the then-prime minister Boris Johnson, BBC chairman Richard Sharp announced his resignation on Friday.

BBC Chairman Richard Sharp on Boris row: Breach was inadvertent and not material

BBC Chairman Richard Sharp resigns amid row over loan to UK former PM Boris Johnson

Row over Boris Johnson's loan gets murkier, BBC chairman Richard Sharp resigns

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Boris Johnson would accept a finding by MPs that he “recklessly” misled Parliament as he desperately tries to escape a by-election, it was claimed on Thursday night. The Partygate Prime Minister is under investigation by the Commons Privileges Committee which is probing allegations he deliberately or recklessly gave false information to MPs over lockdown-busting.

UK: Boris Johnson could admit he 'misled' Parliament in bid to escape a by-election

The former British prime minister faced over three hours of grilling before a parliamentary committee that is investigating whether or not he knowingly misled Parliament regarding breaches of Covid-19 guidance and rules inside 10 Downing Street when he led the country.

Privileges committee grills Boris Johnson over partygate scandal

Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has repeatedly insisted he did not intentionally mislead Parliament over Partygate in a three-hour grilling by a committee of MPs. Johnson began the session with a Bible in his hands.

Boris Johnson clashes with MPs over 'Partygate' denials

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Wednesday published his long-awaited tax documents, revealing he paid over $1.2 million (£1 million) in taxes over the last three financial years.

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Wednesday published his long-awaited tax documents, revealing he paid over $1.2 million (£1 million) in taxes over the last three financial years. Instead of publishing the full account, 10 Downing Street published a summary of his income and tax affairs. Sunak's income totalled £1.9 million in 2021-22 while his tax bill stood at £432,493. Sunak's staggering income included £ 1.6 million in capital gains from a US-based investment fund while earning £330,000 from savings and dividends. In total, Sunak's capital gains income between 2019 and 2022 stood at £3.8 million while the investment income breached the £600,000 mark. The opposition leaders were quick to pounce on Sunak with labour leader Angela Rayner saying Sunak paid less tax than the working people. "(The returns) reveal a tax system designed by successive Tory governments in which the Prime Minister pays a far lower tax rate than working people who face the highest tax burden in 70 years," said Rayner. Meanwhile, Christine Jardine MP, the Liberal Democrat Cabinet Office spokesperson said the timing of the release of the report was suspicious as former PM Boris Johnson was under pressure for his partygate exploits. "After months of promising to release his tax returns, I don't understand why Rishi Sunak has snuck them out whilst the world is distracted with Boris Johnson's partygate grilling." WATCH | WION Dispatch: Video shows Rishi Sunak in a moving car without his seat belt on The Tory leader first pledged to show his tax returns when he was engaged in a competition with now-ousted Liz Truss for the PM seat in November last year. He became the first PM since David Cameron in 2016 to make his tax records public. Sunak has been under the microscope for his finances, primarily due to his marriage to the daughter of Indian billionaire and Infosys founder Narayan Murthy. Reports of Akshata Murthy, Sunak's wife touted to be wealthier than late British Queen Elizabeth II with assets worth $495 million also invited the spotlight on the Tory leader. ALSO READ | Energy crisis? UK PM Rishi Sunak has local electricity grid upgraded for his heated private pool Sunak's earnings and his extravagant spending is expected to become the major talking point as the opposition increases the pressure. Recently, it was reported that Sunak got the local electricity grid upgraded for his $4,80,000 (£400,000) private heating swimming pool in the North Yorkshire home. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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Former United Kingdom prime minister Boris Johnson on Tuesday claimed that there is no document or evidence showing that he "intentionally or recklessly" misled lawmakers about illegal parties held at his office during coronavirus (COVID-19) lockdowns.&nbsp;

Johnson, who was ousted from 10, Downing Street last September, said the "only exception is the assertions of the discredited Dominic Cummings, which are not supported by any documentation," referring to his former aide-turned-foe.&nbsp;

The former prime minister's Partygate defence dossier was released before he appeared at Parliament's Committee of Privileges.&nbsp;

The committee has been probing statements Johnson made to parliament in December 2021. In his 52-page dossier, Johnson&nbsp;admitted that the House of Commons had been misled by his statements. However, he rejected the accusation that he had deliberately lied to the parliament.&nbsp;

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Johnson faced heavy criticism over multiple incidents related to the handling of Covid when reports emerged of the Downing Street parties, which apparently took place when such gatherings were banned in the country.&nbsp;

In his defence, he said, "There is not a single document that indicates that I received any warning or advice that any event broke or may have broken the Rules or Guidance."&nbsp;

Johnson said, "I accept that the House of Commons was misled by my statements that the rules and guidance had been followed completely at No. 10 (Downing Street)."&nbsp;

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Johnson said that when the statements were made, they were made in "good faith" and on the basis of what he knew and believed at the time. "I did not intentionally or recklessly mislead the House on 1 December 2021, 8 December 2021, or on any other date," he said, further adding that he "never have dreamed" of doing it.&nbsp;

The former UK PM is being investigated by the committee and was questioned in person in a televised session on Wednesday. The former British PM is at the centre of the inquiry into statements he made to parliament in December 2021 about parties at Downing Street.&nbsp;

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Former United Kingdom prime minister Boris Johnson on Tuesday claimed that there is no document or evidence showing that he "intentionally or recklessly" misled lawmakers about illegal parties held at his office during coronavirus (COVID-19) lockdowns.

Former United Kingdom prime minister Boris Johnson on Tuesday claimed that there is no document or evidence showing that he "intentionally or recklessly" misled lawmakers about illegal parties held at his office during coronavirus (COVID-19) lockdowns. Johnson, who was ousted from 10, Downing Street last September, said the "only exception is the assertions of the discredited Dominic Cummings, which are not supported by any documentation," referring to his former aide-turned-foe. The former prime minister's Partygate defence dossier was released before he appeared at Parliament's Committee of Privileges. The committee has been probing statements Johnson made to parliament in December 2021. In his 52-page dossier, Johnson admitted that the House of Commons had been misled by his statements. However, he rejected the accusation that he had deliberately lied to the parliament. ALSO READ | A new study has revealed an interesting perk of working from home, and not just for the employees Johnson faced heavy criticism over multiple incidents related to the handling of Covid when reports emerged of the Downing Street parties, which apparently took place when such gatherings were banned in the country. In his defence, he said, "There is not a single document that indicates that I received any warning or advice that any event broke or may have broken the Rules or Guidance." Johnson said, "I accept that the House of Commons was misled by my statements that the rules and guidance had been followed completely at No. 10 (Downing Street)." WATCH | London's Met Police is racist, misogynistic and homophobic, says new report × Johnson said that when the statements were made, they were made in "good faith" and on the basis of what he knew and believed at the time. "I did not intentionally or recklessly mislead the House on 1 December 2021, 8 December 2021, or on any other date," he said, further adding that he "never have dreamed" of doing it. The former UK PM is being investigated by the committee and was questioned in person in a televised session on Wednesday. The former British PM is at the centre of the inquiry into statements he made to parliament in December 2021 about parties at Downing Street. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

UK: Ex-PM Boris Johnson says ‘no evidence’ to show he deliberately misled parliament

Former British prime minister Boris Johnson on Wednesday (March 22) remained defiant as he faced a <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/boris-johnson-partygate-grilling-live-former-uk-pm-to-defend-his-actions-with-bombshell-defence-dossier-574695">parliament committee</a> over the "partygate" scandal. The crunch grilling could certainly decide Johnson's political future as he swore an oath on the Bible to tell the "whole truth and nothing but the truth".&nbsp;

Harriet Harman, who is the chairwoman of the privileges committee, said that the MPs wanted to establish whether or not Johnson "told the truth to the best of his knowledge".&nbsp;

In the opening remarks, Johnson told the Privileges Committee that "hand on heart, I did not lie to the house" and added that the breach of lockdown legislation was done "in good faith and based on what I honestly believed at the time".&nbsp;

Johnson argued that if rule-breaking was obvious, then other officials, including the current Prime Minister Rishi Sunak must also have seen it and it "must have been equally obvious".&nbsp;

He said that if it was really "obvious that they were going against the guidance", then the committee is not only accusing me of "lying" but also accusing all those civil servants and advisors.&nbsp;

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Johnson was ousted from 10, Downing Street last September and faced criticism over multiple incidents related to the handling of Covid when reports emerged of the Downing Street parties, which apparently took place when such gatherings were banned in the country.&nbsp;

The former UK PM defended the gathering as he said that he is "proud" to have given leadership during the pandemic and added that he was at the gatherings in question for only 10 or 15 minutes, "perhaps a maximum of 25" in just one case. Boris said, "I will believe until the day I die", it was his job to "thank the staff for their hard work".&nbsp;

He said, "I apologise, I apologise for inadvertently misleading this house, but to say I did it recklessly or deliberately is completely untrue, as the evidence shows."&nbsp;

Boris noted that he did not mean to breach the guidance and that staff members at No. 10 were following the guideline to the best of their ability, which was what the guidance provided. "And the guidance provides for freedoms within the practical framework of the operation, or the business, to decide how you’re going to implement the guidance," he said.&nbsp;

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Johnson said that Dominic Cummings had "every motive to lie", referring to the testimony of his former aide-turned-foe. The former PM &nbsp;also noted that what Cummings said was not supported by "documentary evidence".&nbsp;

Previously, Johnson said that the "only exception is the assertions of the discredited Dominic Cummings, which are not supported by any documentation."&nbsp;

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Former British prime minister Boris Johnson on Wednesday (March 22) remained defiant as he faced a parliament committee over the "partygate" scandal. The crunch grilling could certainly decide Johnson's political future as he swore an oath on the Bible to tell the "whole truth and nothing but the truth".

Former British prime minister Boris Johnson on Wednesday (March 22) remained defiant as he faced a parliament committee over the "partygate" scandal. The crunch grilling could certainly decide Johnson's political future as he swore an oath on the Bible to tell the "whole truth and nothing but the truth". Harriet Harman, who is the chairwoman of the privileges committee, said that the MPs wanted to establish whether or not Johnson "told the truth to the best of his knowledge". In the opening remarks, Johnson told the Privileges Committee that "hand on heart, I did not lie to the house" and added that the breach of lockdown legislation was done "in good faith and based on what I honestly believed at the time". Johnson argued that if rule-breaking was obvious, then other officials, including the current Prime Minister Rishi Sunak must also have seen it and it "must have been equally obvious". He said that if it was really "obvious that they were going against the guidance", then the committee is not only accusing me of "lying" but also accusing all those civil servants and advisors. ALSO READ | Russia slams UK for sending depleted uranium shells to Ukraine, calls it 'serious escalation' Johnson was ousted from 10, Downing Street last September and faced criticism over multiple incidents related to the handling of Covid when reports emerged of the Downing Street parties, which apparently took place when such gatherings were banned in the country. The former UK PM defended the gathering as he said that he is "proud" to have given leadership during the pandemic and added that he was at the gatherings in question for only 10 or 15 minutes, "perhaps a maximum of 25" in just one case. Boris said, "I will believe until the day I die", it was his job to "thank the staff for their hard work". He said, "I apologise, I apologise for inadvertently misleading this house, but to say I did it recklessly or deliberately is completely untrue, as the evidence shows." Boris noted that he did not mean to breach the guidance and that staff members at No. 10 were following the guideline to the best of their ability, which was what the guidance provided. "And the guidance provides for freedoms within the practical framework of the operation, or the business, to decide how you’re going to implement the guidance," he said. Watch this report: × Boris targets Dominic Cummings Johnson said that Dominic Cummings had "every motive to lie", referring to the testimony of his former aide-turned-foe. The former PM also noted that what Cummings said was not supported by "documentary evidence". Previously, Johnson said that the "only exception is the assertions of the discredited Dominic Cummings, which are not supported by any documentation." WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Boris Johnson 'partygate' hearing: Ex-UK PM says 'hand on heart, I did not lie'

Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson kept 'hand on his heart' in the British parliament and said that he did not lie to the House in relation to the partygate scandal. In Moscow, Chinese leader Xi Jinping left the Russian capital after his 3-day visit. In New Delhi, the Supreme Court said that it will review if&nbsp;'hanging by death' is the correct mode of execution for the death row convicts.

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Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson kept 'hand on his heart' in the British parliament and said that he did not lie to the House in relation to the partygate scandal.

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Boris Johnson is set to be grilled by the Privileges Committee to establish whether he knowingly misled the House of Commons over the partygate scandal of Covid-19 law-breaking parties at Downing Street.

Privileges committee to grill Boris Johnson over partygate scandal | WION Dispatch

Boris Johnson faces a battle for his political future on Wednesday after a dossier setting out his defence to the Partygate scandal raised fresh questions about his knowledge of what was happening in Downing Street during the Covid lockdowns.

Boris Johnson faces fight for political future at Partygate hearing

Two former prime ministers, Boris Johnson and Liz Truss, are to vote against Rishi Sunak's new Brexit deal for Northern Ireland in a debate later. Mr Johnson said the deal would either mean Northern Ireland remained tied to the EU, or the UK would not be able to take advantage of Brexit.

Boris Johnson and Liz Truss to vote against Sunak's NI Brexit deal

The Commons privileges committee has now published a bundle of evidence that Boris Johnson and the MPs questioning him may refer to during today’s session. Johnson is preparing to face an investigation over claims that he lied to Parliament over the Partygate scandal.

Partygate evidence published as Boris Johnson prepares to face inquiry

British parliamentary committee has published evidence submitted by former prime minister Boris Johnson defending himself in an inquiry into whether he intentionally misled lawmakers about illegal parties held during Covid-19 lockdowns.

UK Parliament committee publishes Boris Johnson's partygate evidence | WION Dispatch

Britain is set to watch the televised interrogation of Boris Johnson over the infamous partygate row. Johnson has prepared a defence on the case, but will it be strong enough? or will Johnson get caught in his own web of lies? Molly Gambhir reports.

Gravitas: Britain awaits the 'partygate' judgement

The privilege committee is investigating the former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson partygate denial. The committee is not expected to release its report until next month. This comes after the Johnson submitted a 50-page dossier in his defence over the partygate scandal.

Former UK PM Johnson submits 50-page dossier laying out his defence

Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson could publish his defence documents on Monday as he prepares to face an investigation over claims that he lied to Parliament over the Partygate scandal.

Boris Johnson set to submit defence over Partygate scandal

Ex-UK PM Boris Johnson to reveal evidence in his defence over Partygate scandal

The Commons Privileges Committee, which is looking into at least four instances where the former prime minister may have purposefully misled Members with his promises that lockdown regulations were followed, will question the former prime minister for a considerable amount of time. Before being questioned by MPs about whether he misled to Parliament about the partygate affair, Boris Johnson is need to present a dossier of supporting documentation.

Ex-UK PM Boris Johnson to reveal evidence in his defence over partygate scandal

Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson will be quizzed by a panel of lawmakers. Johnson will be questioned on whether he intentionally had misled the parliament about the illegal parties during the coronavirus lockdowns.

Partygate Scandal: Panel to decide if Boris Johnson misled parliament

Former British prime minister Boris Johnson has included his father Stanley Johnson's name for a knighthood nomination on his list of honourees. Almost 100 names were submitted by Johnson for the Cabinet Office's consideration, including Stanley Johnson, a former member of the European Parliament (MEP), as reported by Sky news.

The former UK PM's exploitation of the honours system to confer titles on family members would be questioned, according to Sky News, if Stanley Johnson receives an honour.

Stanley Johnson was born in Penzance, Cornwall, in 1940. He has worked in the World Bank and the European Commission and written books on environmental issues.&nbsp;

"We don't comment on honours," a representative for the former Conservative leader stated.

Stanley Johnson has not yet offered any comment on the matter.

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Similar accusations were made against Boris Johnson after he suggested his brother Jo for a peerage in 2020. He is now Marylebone's Lord.

The list that the former UK PM gave to the Cabinet Office is "considerably longer" than those of his predecessors Theresa May and David Cameron, as reported by the Guardian.&nbsp;

In the past, Stanley Johnson has been accused of acting indecently in public. During Conservative Party conventions in 2021, prominent Tory MP Caroline Nokes and a journalist publicly accused him of touching them inappropriately.

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Caroline Nokes, the chairwoman of the Commons' women and equalities committee, also accused Stanley&nbsp;Johnson of making a vulgar comment about her at a party conference in 2003.

When questioned, Stanley Johnson said that he had "no recollection" of any of these events.

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Former British prime minister Boris Johnson has included his father Stanley Johnson's name for a knighthood nomination on his list of honourees. Almost 100 names were submitted by Johnson for the Cabinet Office's consideration, including Stanley Johnson, a former member of the European Parliament (MEP), as reported by Sky news.

Former British prime minister Boris Johnson has included his father Stanley Johnson's name for a knighthood nomination on his list of honourees. Almost 100 names were submitted by Johnson for the Cabinet Office's consideration, including Stanley Johnson, a former member of the European Parliament (MEP), as reported by Sky news. The former UK PM's exploitation of the honours system to confer titles on family members would be questioned, according to Sky News, if Stanley Johnson receives an honour. Stanley Johnson was born in Penzance, Cornwall, in 1940. He has worked in the World Bank and the European Commission and written books on environmental issues. "We don't comment on honours," a representative for the former Conservative leader stated. Stanley Johnson has not yet offered any comment on the matter. ALSO READ | 'Enough is enough,' UK set to introduce new law to crack down on illegal migrants Similar accusations were made against Boris Johnson after he suggested his brother Jo for a peerage in 2020. He is now Marylebone's Lord. The list that the former UK PM gave to the Cabinet Office is "considerably longer" than those of his predecessors Theresa May and David Cameron, as reported by the Guardian. In the past, Stanley Johnson has been accused of acting indecently in public. During Conservative Party conventions in 2021, prominent Tory MP Caroline Nokes and a journalist publicly accused him of touching them inappropriately. ALSO READ | UK serial killer Patrick Mackay a.k.a. ‘Devil's Disciple’ may be released soon. Here's all you need to know Caroline Nokes, the chairwoman of the Commons' women and equalities committee, also accused Stanley Johnson of making a vulgar comment about her at a party conference in 2003. When questioned, Stanley Johnson said that he had "no recollection" of any of these events. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

UK's Boris Johnson nominates father Stanley Johnson for Knighthood: Report

Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has rejected suggestions that he might have misled Parliament. On Friday, a Parliamentary committee stated that there was evidence of Boris Johnson deceiving Parliament about knowledge of lockdown-breaking parties at his Downing Street office.

'Bring your own Booze' and 'Wine Time Fridays': Did Boris Johnson mislead UK Parliament? | Details

Rishi Sunak's new Windsor framework has attracted criticism from former PM Boris Johnson. What will the revised plan mean for Sunak's leadership? Molly Gambhir reports.

Gravitas: Johnson slams Sunak's new Windsor framework

On Monday, UK prime minister Rishi Sunak struck a new deal with the European Union to ease trade restrictions in Northern Ireland. Now, breaking silence former prime minister Boris Johnson has said that he would struggle to back the Brexit deal.

New Brexit Deal: Boris Johnson Vs Rishi Sunak

Ex-PM Johnson: I'd struggle to back new Brexit deal

Boris Johnson has hinted he may not support a proposed deal over the Northern Ireland protocol from Rishi Sunak, heaping pressure on the prime minister to revive a controversial bill that would unilaterally override parts of the Brexit treaty.

Boris Johnson hints he may not support Rishi Sunak’s Northern Ireland deal

Boris Johnson's legal defence fees for the upcoming Partygate inquiry would be covered by the taxpayers, as Rishi Sunak’s government prepares to extend support for the former prime minister for a second time.

Reports: Taxpayers to pay five-figure bill to support ex-UK PM Johnson

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