UK Business Minister Kwasi Kwartend on Sunday, backed Prime Minister Boris Johnson to say that his ouster was not at all inevitable. Johnson has found himself under intense pressure to quit following lockdown parties at his residence during the pandemic

Increasing numbers of lawmakers from his own party are saying that he should quit&nbsp;

Charles Walker, a previously loyal senior Conservative lawmaker, told the Observer newspaper it was now "inevitable" that his party would remove Johnson from office.

"I don't see what he's seeing," Kwarteng told Sky News on Sunday.

Johnson has been fighting to save his job for weeks, saying he will learn from recent mistakes and move on.

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But on Monday when he went to the House of Commons to apologise for lockdown parties that have angered the country, he also falsely accused the leader of the opposition of failing to prosecute a now-dead child sex abuser.

That not only appalled members of his own party but it led to the resignation of one of his most senior aides, and has led to reports that it split his cabinet of senior ministers, after the finance minister Rishi Sunak said pointedly that he would not have made such a remark.

Kwarteng, asked about the comment, said Keir Starmer, leader of the opposition Labour Party, had apologised when he was director of public prosecutions for the organisation's failure to prosecute paedophile Jimmy Savile, a television celebrity. Starmer had not been involved in the decision however.

"The fact that he apologised suggests that he does, at some level, bear some responsibility," Kwarteng said. "I'm not saying that he had personal blame, he didn't, we were very clear about that.

"The prime minister clarified that position as well. But I think in the cut and thrust of debate, when people are talking about leadership and accountability, bringing up something that Sir Keir himself apologised for, seems reasonable."

(With inputs from agencies)

UK Business Minister Kwasi Kwartend on Sunday, backed Prime Minister Boris Johnson to say that his ouster was not at all inevitable. Johnson has found himself under intense pressure to quit following lockdown parties at his residence during the pandemic Increasing numbers of lawmakers from his own party are saying that he should quit Charles Walker, a previously loyal senior Conservative lawmaker, told the Observer newspaper it was now "inevitable" that his party would remove Johnson from office.

UK Business Minister Kwasi Kwartend on Sunday, backed Prime Minister Boris Johnson to say that his ouster was not at all inevitable. Johnson has found himself under intense pressure to quit following lockdown parties at his residence during the pandemic Increasing numbers of lawmakers from his own party are saying that he should quit Charles Walker, a previously loyal senior Conservative lawmaker, told the Observer newspaper it was now "inevitable" that his party would remove Johnson from office. "I don't see what he's seeing," Kwarteng told Sky News on Sunday. Johnson has been fighting to save his job for weeks, saying he will learn from recent mistakes and move on. Also Read | Amid scandals and controversies, UK PM Boris Johnson hires new chief of staff and communications head But on Monday when he went to the House of Commons to apologise for lockdown parties that have angered the country, he also falsely accused the leader of the opposition of failing to prosecute a now-dead child sex abuser. That not only appalled members of his own party but it led to the resignation of one of his most senior aides, and has led to reports that it split his cabinet of senior ministers, after the finance minister Rishi Sunak said pointedly that he would not have made such a remark. Kwarteng, asked about the comment, said Keir Starmer, leader of the opposition Labour Party, had apologised when he was director of public prosecutions for the organisation's failure to prosecute paedophile Jimmy Savile, a television celebrity. Starmer had not been involved in the decision however. "The fact that he apologised suggests that he does, at some level, bear some responsibility," Kwarteng said. "I'm not saying that he had personal blame, he didn't, we were very clear about that. "The prime minister clarified that position as well. But I think in the cut and thrust of debate, when people are talking about leadership and accountability, bringing up something that Sir Keir himself apologised for, seems reasonable." (With inputs from agencies)

Boris Johnson's ouster not inevitable, says UK business minister

UK senior civil servant Sue Gray in her report detailing lockdown-breaking parties at British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's offices said, "some of the gatherings represent a serious failure to observe high standards expected of those working at the heart of government."

In the report, Gray said when the government was asking citizens to accept "far-reaching restrictions some of the behaviour surrounding these gatherings is difficult to justify."

PM Johnson addressing lawmakers said, "first I want to say sorry, sorry for the way this matter has been handled," adding, "This pandemic was hard for everyone and people were asked to make various sacrifices; I can understand the anger of the people."

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The British prime minister said Sue Grey's recommendations will be implemented.

"I want to say to the people of this country- I know what the issue is, we can be trusted to deliver."

The report said there was "too little thought" being given on "risks to public health" and how it might appear before the public.

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"There were failures of leadership and judgment by different parts of No 10 and the cabinet office at different times," the report said.

"The excessive consumption of alcohol is not appropriate in a professional workplace at any time," Gray said in her report while calling for a "clear and robust policy" on the consumption of alcohol at&nbsp;the workplace.&nbsp;

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The British prime minister in his remarks added that he will review the code of conduct of civil servants while adding “we must learn” even as police is investigating the case also referred to as "partygate" be the British press.

Gray had reportedly interviewed over 70 people in nearly 16 events held in 2020.&nbsp;

"I have apologised several times,&nbsp;I would suggest to wait for the investigation report," Johnson said, adding,&nbsp;"We should focus on the real issues that matter to the British people."

There has been growing pressure on Johnson to resign amid reports of intense displeasure in his own Conservative Party, however, the British prime minister has repeatedly dismissed&nbsp;reports that he was set to resign.

(With inputs from Agencies) 
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UK senior civil servant Sue Gray in her report detailing lockdown-breaking parties at British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's offices said, "some of the gatherings represent a serious failure to observe high standards expected of those working at the heart of government.

UK senior civil servant Sue Gray in her report detailing lockdown-breaking parties at British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's offices said, "some of the gatherings represent a serious failure to observe high standards expected of those working at the heart of government." In the report, Gray said when the government was asking citizens to accept "far-reaching restrictions some of the behaviour surrounding these gatherings is difficult to justify." PM Johnson addressing lawmakers said, "first I want to say sorry, sorry for the way this matter has been handled," adding, "This pandemic was hard for everyone and people were asked to make various sacrifices; I can understand the anger of the people." Also Read in Pics | Boris Johnson's 'partygate': Timeline of a very British scandal The British prime minister said Sue Grey's recommendations will be implemented. "I want to say to the people of this country- I know what the issue is, we can be trusted to deliver." The report said there was "too little thought" being given on "risks to public health" and how it might appear before the public. Watch: British voters loose faith in PM Boris Johnson, reveals poll "There were failures of leadership and judgment by different parts of No 10 and the cabinet office at different times," the report said. "The excessive consumption of alcohol is not appropriate in a professional workplace at any time," Gray said in her report while calling for a "clear and robust policy" on the consumption of alcohol at the workplace. Also Read: UK PM Johnson’s wife organised birthday party during lockdown The British prime minister in his remarks added that he will review the code of conduct of civil servants while adding “we must learn” even as police is investigating the case also referred to as "partygate" be the British press. Gray had reportedly interviewed over 70 people in nearly 16 events held in 2020. "I have apologised several times, I would suggest to wait for the investigation report," Johnson said, adding, "We should focus on the real issues that matter to the British people." There has been growing pressure on Johnson to resign amid reports of intense displeasure in his own Conservative Party, however, the British prime minister has repeatedly dismissed reports that he was set to resign. (With inputs from Agencies)

PM Johnson says 'sorry' but won't quit after 'partygate' report finds 'failures of leadership'

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Boris Johnson's ouster not inevitable, says UK business minister

PM Johnson says 'sorry' but won't quit after 'partygate' report finds 'failures of leadership'