Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said that suggestions that he wanted to allow the Covid-19 virus to 'rip through population' were completely wrong. He refuted the portrayal of partying in downing street during the second day of public questioning calling it 'absurd'.

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<p>Former UK ministers Nadine Dorries and Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg have faced strong criticism from a committee in the House of Commons for attempting to obstruct an investigation against former prime minister Boris Johnson in relation to the Partygate scandal. The committee found that Johnson had misled the parliament regarding Covid breaches at 10 Downing Street, which ultimately ended in his resignation as an MP.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The report accuses Johnson's allies of launching "vociferous attacks" against the committee. Other Conservative Party members, including Dame Priti Patel and Lord Zac Goldsmith, were also criticised for attacking the committee.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The Privileges Committee, a cross-party group, expressed concerns about the security implications of the&nbsp;"unprecedented and co-ordinated pressure" exerted on its members through social media and television comments, media reports said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The committee singled out Dorries, Rees-Mogg, and Goldsmith for their particularly vehement attacks, noting that two of them used their own television shows to voice their criticisms.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>Debate around freedom of speech&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>The report emphasised the importance of free speech in parliamentary democracy but condemned the interference by politicians in disciplinary proceedings as unacceptable.</p>

<p>It warned that such behaviour could discourage future committee members from serving due to fears of similar attacks, the reports said.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>The controversy has sparked a debate regarding the balance between freedom of expression and the ability of MPs to examine the conduct of their colleagues without facing personal attacks on their integrity.</p>

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<p>The report suggests that MPs should exercise responsibility in their criticisms to maintain the committee's effectiveness.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Johnson announced his resignation as an MP shortly before the committee released its initial findings, dismissing the investigation as a "kangaroo court."&nbsp;</p>

<p>The year-long inquiry concluded that Johnson deliberately made misleading statements in the&nbsp;parliament about parties at Downing Street during lockdown.</p>

<p>It recommended a 90-day suspension for Johnson, which would have likely triggered a by-election in his constituency.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The cross-party privileges committee consists of seven members, four of whom are Tory MPs, two are from the Labour Party, and one represents the Scottish National Party.</p>

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Former UK ministers Nadine Dorries and Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg have faced strong criticism from a committee in the House of Commons for attempting to obstruct an investigation against former prime minister Boris Johnson in relation to the Partygate scandal.

Former UK ministers Nadine Dorries and Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg have faced strong criticism from a committee in the House of Commons for attempting to obstruct an investigation against former prime minister Boris Johnson in relation to the Partygate scandal. The committee found that Johnson had misled the parliament regarding Covid breaches at 10 Downing Street, which ultimately ended in his resignation as an MP. The report accuses Johnson's allies of launching "vociferous attacks" against the committee. Other Conservative Party members, including Dame Priti Patel and Lord Zac Goldsmith, were also criticised for attacking the committee. Also Read | British court declares govt’s plan to send migrants to Rwanda unlawful The Privileges Committee, a cross-party group, expressed concerns about the security implications of the "unprecedented and co-ordinated pressure" exerted on its members through social media and television comments, media reports said. The committee singled out Dorries, Rees-Mogg, and Goldsmith for their particularly vehement attacks, noting that two of them used their own television shows to voice their criticisms. Also Read | Indian-Origin man jailed for smuggling over 800 Indians into US using Uber Debate around freedom of speech The report emphasised the importance of free speech in parliamentary democracy but condemned the interference by politicians in disciplinary proceedings as unacceptable. It warned that such behaviour could discourage future committee members from serving due to fears of similar attacks, the reports said. The controversy has sparked a debate regarding the balance between freedom of expression and the ability of MPs to examine the conduct of their colleagues without facing personal attacks on their integrity. Watch | Tarang Shakti, India's largest multilateral air exercise to be held this year × The report suggests that MPs should exercise responsibility in their criticisms to maintain the committee's effectiveness. Johnson announced his resignation as an MP shortly before the committee released its initial findings, dismissing the investigation as a "kangaroo court." The year-long inquiry concluded that Johnson deliberately made misleading statements in the parliament about parties at Downing Street during lockdown. It recommended a 90-day suspension for Johnson, which would have likely triggered a by-election in his constituency. The cross-party privileges committee consists of seven members, four of whom are Tory MPs, two are from the Labour Party, and one represents the Scottish National Party. 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. ×

Partygate scandal: Ex-ministers Nadine Dorries, Jacob Rees-Mogg accused of interfering with probe

Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has called for Conservative member on the privileges committee to resign, he claimed the Tory MP Bernard Jenkin himself attended a birthday party in Parliament during Covid restrictions.

Boris Johnson calls for Tory MP on panel to resign from 'Partygate' probe

<p>Former UK prime minister Boris Johnson deliberately misled the parliament over the Partygate scandal, the House of Commons Privileges Committee found in its report published on June 15. The committee said that it would have&nbsp;recommended a 90-day suspension for the former prime minister but given the damning findings of the report, he "should not be granted a former members’ pass".</p>

<p>The 30,000-word document found that the former Tory leader&nbsp;committed multiple contempt of parliament, breached&nbsp;confidence, and impugned the committee and the democratic process of the house.</p>

<p>The report found Johnson&nbsp;"complicit in the campaign of abuse and attempted intimidation of the committee".</p>

<p data-testid="paragraph-2">The privileges committee is&nbsp;the main disciplinary body for lawmakers in the United Kingdom, akin to a Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) in India.</p>

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<p>The more than 100-page report details six events held at Downing Street, the prime minister's offices and residence.</p>

<p>"We conclude that in deliberately misleading the House Mr Johnson committed a serious contempt," the committee said.</p>

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<p>"The contempt was all the more serious because it was committed by the prime minister, the most senior member of the government. There is no precedent for a prime minister having been found to have deliberately misled the House (of Commons, lower house of parliament)."</p>

<h2><strong>Johnson responds</strong></h2>

<p>Boris Johnson responded to the privileges committee's findings, repeating that "the guidance was followed completely".&nbsp;</p>

<p data-testid="paragraph-1">He called the findings "rubbish".</p>

<p>"It wasn’t just what I thought: it’s what we all thought – that we were following the rules and following the guidance completely – notwithstanding the difficulties of maintaining social distancing at all times," Johnson said in his defence.</p>

<h2><strong>What will happen to Boris Johnson now?</strong></h2>

<p>Johnson had already quit as a member of parliament last week before the report's publication.</p>

<p>He has accused the privileges committee, a parliamentary standards body that has investigated Johnson, of mounting a "witch-hunt" and behaving like a "kangaroo court", the claims he repeated in his aforementioned clarification immediately after the report's publication.</p>

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Former UK prime minister Boris Johnson deliberately misled the parliament over the Partygate scandal, the House of Commons Privileges Committee found in its report published on June 15.

Former UK prime minister Boris Johnson deliberately misled the parliament over the Partygate scandal, the House of Commons Privileges Committee found in its report published on June 15. The committee said that it would have recommended a 90-day suspension for the former prime minister but given the damning findings of the report, he "should not be granted a former members’ pass". The 30,000-word document found that the former Tory leader committed multiple contempt of parliament, breached confidence, and impugned the committee and the democratic process of the house. The report found Johnson "complicit in the campaign of abuse and attempted intimidation of the committee". The privileges committee is the main disciplinary body for lawmakers in the United Kingdom, akin to a Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) in India. Also read | At 58, UK ex-PM Boris Johnson to embrace fatherhood for eighth time The more than 100-page report details six events held at Downing Street, the prime minister's offices and residence. "We conclude that in deliberately misleading the House Mr Johnson committed a serious contempt," the committee said. Also watch | Boris Johnson quits ahead of party-gate report × "The contempt was all the more serious because it was committed by the prime minister, the most senior member of the government. There is no precedent for a prime minister having been found to have deliberately misled the House (of Commons, lower house of parliament)." Johnson responds Boris Johnson responded to the privileges committee's findings, repeating that "the guidance was followed completely". He called the findings "rubbish". "It wasn’t just what I thought: it’s what we all thought – that we were following the rules and following the guidance completely – notwithstanding the difficulties of maintaining social distancing at all times," Johnson said in his defence. What will happen to Boris Johnson now? Johnson had already quit as a member of parliament last week before the report's publication. He has accused the privileges committee, a parliamentary standards body that has investigated Johnson, of mounting a "witch-hunt" and behaving like a "kangaroo court", the claims he repeated in his aforementioned clarification immediately after the report's publication. 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.

Partygate scandal: Boris Johnson intentionally misled UK parliament, report finds

Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson claims he has provided the UK government with all of the WhatsApp chats and notebooks requested by the Covid-19 investigation. Mr. Johnson is pressing the administration to provide the evidence to the inquiry in its entirety, with no redactions.

UK: Row over Boris Johnson's Covid investigations, former PM says 'have handed over material'

The role revolving around former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson, is deepening as the inquiry panel investigating the Covid gatherings in Number 10 demands that WhatsApp messages and diary entries should be revealed. The chair of the panel has also threatened to launch legal action against the UK government if they fail to release all the details required.

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UK govt says its supplying all relevant material on Boris Johnson's Covid breach inquiry

<p>Boris Johnson, the former prime minister of the United Kingdom, has been referred to police by the Cabinet Office, media reports on Tuesday said. The officials reportedly have claimed that Johnson broke coronavirus (COVID-19) lockdown rules by hosting family and friends at Chequers.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A government ministry handed two police forces material about alleged Covid lockdown breaches.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Cabinet Office looks after the operation of government and it said that it had made a referral to police based on information discovered while preparing submissions for a public inquiry into the pandemic.</p>

<p>This development means Johnson is facing further potential police investigations into the "Partygate" scandal.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Metropolitan Police in London said that it was "assessing" fresh material received in the last week regarding "potential breaches" of Covid guidelines in Downing Street between June 2020 and May 2021.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The news was first published by The Times, which stated that the Thames Valley Police were&nbsp;also analysing new evidence related to possible rule-breaking at Chequers, which is the prime minister's country estate outside London.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>As quoted by the news agency Reuters, Johnson's spokesperson said: "Some abbreviated entries in Mr. Johnson’s official diary were queried by the Cabinet Office during preparation for the COVID inquiry."&nbsp;</p>

<p>The spokesperson added, "Following an examination of the entries, Mr. Johnson's lawyers wrote to the Cabinet Office and privileges committee explaining that the events were lawful and were not breaches of any COVID regulations."&nbsp;</p>

<p>As quoted by the report, Johnson's team called the referral a "clearly politically motivated attempt to manufacture something out of nothing". But the Cabinet Office confirmed it had passed information to the police "in line with obligations in the civil service code".&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>The 'Partygate' scandal&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>The Johnson government was slammed for organising several parties at Downing Street when such gatherings were banned across the country during the lockdown.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The 58-year-old was ousted as prime minister last summer following a revolt within his party over several allegations, which he denies.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He denied repeatedly in parliament and elsewhere that he or his staff violated his own pandemic-era restrictions by holding gatherings in Downing Street.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Johnson was already fined by police for attending an event in Downing Street to celebrate his birthday in June 2020, making him the first prime minister to be found to have broken the law while in office.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A parliamentary committee is also investigating if he willfully or negligently misled the House of Commons in a series of speeches in which he claimed no regulations were broken during the gatherings.&nbsp;</p>

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Boris Johnson, the former prime minister of the United Kingdom, has been referred to police by the Cabinet Office, media reports on Tuesday said. The officials reportedly have claimed that Johnson broke coronavirus (COVID-19) lockdown rules by hosting family and friends at Chequers.

Boris Johnson, the former prime minister of the United Kingdom, has been referred to police by the Cabinet Office, media reports on Tuesday said. The officials reportedly have claimed that Johnson broke coronavirus (COVID-19) lockdown rules by hosting family and friends at Chequers. A government ministry handed two police forces material about alleged Covid lockdown breaches. The Cabinet Office looks after the operation of government and it said that it had made a referral to police based on information discovered while preparing submissions for a public inquiry into the pandemic. This development means Johnson is facing further potential police investigations into the "Partygate" scandal. The Metropolitan Police in London said that it was "assessing" fresh material received in the last week regarding "potential breaches" of Covid guidelines in Downing Street between June 2020 and May 2021. The news was first published by The Times, which stated that the Thames Valley Police were also analysing new evidence related to possible rule-breaking at Chequers, which is the prime minister's country estate outside London. WATCH | UK PM Rishi Sunak gets stuck in Braverman's speeding case × As quoted by the news agency Reuters, Johnson's spokesperson said: "Some abbreviated entries in Mr. Johnson’s official diary were queried by the Cabinet Office during preparation for the COVID inquiry." The spokesperson added, "Following an examination of the entries, Mr. Johnson's lawyers wrote to the Cabinet Office and privileges committee explaining that the events were lawful and were not breaches of any COVID regulations." As quoted by the report, Johnson's team called the referral a "clearly politically motivated attempt to manufacture something out of nothing". But the Cabinet Office confirmed it had passed information to the police "in line with obligations in the civil service code". The 'Partygate' scandal The Johnson government was slammed for organising several parties at Downing Street when such gatherings were banned across the country during the lockdown. The 58-year-old was ousted as prime minister last summer following a revolt within his party over several allegations, which he denies. He denied repeatedly in parliament and elsewhere that he or his staff violated his own pandemic-era restrictions by holding gatherings in Downing Street. Johnson was already fined by police for attending an event in Downing Street to celebrate his birthday in June 2020, making him the first prime minister to be found to have broken the law while in office. A parliamentary committee is also investigating if he willfully or negligently misled the House of Commons in a series of speeches in which he claimed no regulations were broken during the gatherings. (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.

Boris Johnson referred to UK police over new reports of COVID-19 rule breaches

<p>UK’s former prime minister Boris Johnson used to describe senior civil servant and partygate investigator Sue Gray as a “psycho”, his former doctor has claimed.</p>

<p>Speaking to LBC News, Guto Harri—who worked for Johnson when he was the London mayor and joined his Downing Street team in 2022 as the director of communications—also revealed that Johnson was also planning to fire Rishi Sunak as the Chancellor had he stayed on as the prime minister because of a major clash over the need for tax cuts.</p>

<p>His remarks came during a podcast telecast&nbsp;on Tuesday, where he was speaking about Johnson’s view of Gray.</p>

<p>“[Johnson] had respected her a lot, but by the time I got there, I think understandably he was getting suspicious and by the end, we were all extremely suspicious of this woman,” Harri was quoted as saying.</p>

<p>He also claimed that Gray was in contact with the Labour Party while still working on the partygate&nbsp;report at the Cabinet Office.</p>

<p>There have been reports that Sue Gray is planning to join Keir Starmer, Leader of the Labour Party, as his chief of staff.</p>

<p>However, Labour has repeatedly denied the idea that the party approached Gray about the job while she was working on the partygate report, which got concluded in May 2022.</p>

<p>“She wants to work for Keir Starmer [Leader of Labour Party]. She must have been talking to him at the time when she was meant to deliver a quasi-judicial verdict on Boris Johnson.”</p>

<p>Harri questioned her impartiality saying, “It turned out she was advised by a card-carrying Labour barrister who was on social media recruiting people to the Labour Party.”</p>

<p>He further alleged that she had a press officer who leaked details of the partygate investigation.</p>

<p>“It took me weeks to realise where leaks were coming from … Journalists told me afterwards, ‘You got that guy moved, you destroyed a great source of stories for us’,” he said.</p>

<p>When Harri was asked how Johnson described Gray, he said, “One word that will be recurring in it – psycho Sue Gray, would be part of it.”</p>

<p>He further claimed that there was “showdown” between Johnson and King Charles over the Rwanda asylum policy</p>

<p>“They did have a bit of a showdown … So it wasn’t a fight. Obviously, they didn’t square up to get in the ring. But Boris, rightly, challenged the unelected royal at the time,” he said.</p>

<p>When he was asked whether there was any chance of Johnson returning to power, Harri said that it was not realistic, but added that there was a possibility it could happen after the next general election.</p>

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UK’s former prime minister Boris Johnson used to describe senior civil servant and partygate investigator Sue Gray as a “psycho”, his former doctor has claimed. Speaking to LBC News, Guto Harri—who worked for Johnson when he was the London mayor and joined his Downing Street team in 2022 as the director of communications—also revealed that Johnson was also planning to fire Rishi Sunak as the Chancellor had he stayed on as the prime minister because of a major clash over the need for tax cuts.

UK’s former prime minister Boris Johnson used to describe senior civil servant and partygate investigator Sue Gray as a “psycho”, his former doctor has claimed. Speaking to LBC News, Guto Harri—who worked for Johnson when he was the London mayor and joined his Downing Street team in 2022 as the director of communications—also revealed that Johnson was also planning to fire Rishi Sunak as the Chancellor had he stayed on as the prime minister because of a major clash over the need for tax cuts. His remarks came during a podcast telecast on Tuesday, where he was speaking about Johnson’s view of Gray. “[Johnson] had respected her a lot, but by the time I got there, I think understandably he was getting suspicious and by the end, we were all extremely suspicious of this woman,” Harri was quoted as saying. He also claimed that Gray was in contact with the Labour Party while still working on the partygate report at the Cabinet Office. There have been reports that Sue Gray is planning to join Keir Starmer, Leader of the Labour Party, as his chief of staff. However, Labour has repeatedly denied the idea that the party approached Gray about the job while she was working on the partygate report, which got concluded in May 2022. “She wants to work for Keir Starmer [Leader of Labour Party]. She must have been talking to him at the time when she was meant to deliver a quasi-judicial verdict on Boris Johnson.” Harri questioned her impartiality saying, “It turned out she was advised by a card-carrying Labour barrister who was on social media recruiting people to the Labour Party.” He further alleged that she had a press officer who leaked details of the partygate investigation. “It took me weeks to realise where leaks were coming from … Journalists told me afterwards, ‘You got that guy moved, you destroyed a great source of stories for us’,” he said. When Harri was asked how Johnson described Gray, he said, “One word that will be recurring in it – psycho Sue Gray, would be part of it.” He further claimed that there was “showdown” between Johnson and King Charles over the Rwanda asylum policy “They did have a bit of a showdown … So it wasn’t a fight. Obviously, they didn’t square up to get in the ring. But Boris, rightly, challenged the unelected royal at the time,” he said. When he was asked whether there was any chance of Johnson returning to power, Harri said that it was not realistic, but added that there was a possibility it could happen after the next general election. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

UK’s ex-PM Johnson called partygate investigator Sue Gray a ‘psycho’, says former adviser

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<p>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;</p>

<p>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;</p>

<p>The former prime minister's Partygate defence dossier was released before he appeared at Parliament's Committee of Privileges.&nbsp;</p>

<p>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;</p>

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<p>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;</p>

<p>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;</p>

<p>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;</p>

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<p>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;</p>

<p>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;</p>

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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

<p>Former British prime minister Boris Johnson on Wednesday (March 22) remained defiant as he faced a <strong><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></strong> 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;</p>

<p>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;</p>

<p>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;</p>

<p>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;</p>

<p>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;</p>

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<p>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;</p>

<p>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;</p>

<p>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;</p>

<p>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;</p>

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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'

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.

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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 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.

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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

<p>When the UK was facing one of its tough crises during the COVID-19 outbreak, the then prime minister Boris Johnson, who was part of the infamous partygate saga, had reportedly joked about being at “the most unsocially distanced party in the UK right now”, an explosive new podcast by the ITV has revealed.</p>

<p>The claims came to the fore during the podcast aired titled ‘Partygate: The Inside Story’, which delves into Johnson’s long-held assertion that he was unaware rules had been broken within Number 10 during the lockdown.</p>

<p>It reports that a source said, “I was working late … I heard the prime minister speaking and that’s when I heard the quote: ‘This is the most unsocially distanced party in the UK right now’ and everyone was laughing about it.”</p>

<p>According to ITV, the whistleblowers told them that the staff shredded key documents and evidence about parties before senior bureaucrat Sue Gray was to probe the matter.</p>

<p>“There was a sense, and an implication, that we should start deleting evidence before there is an investigation. And a lot of people started shredding things. Any proof of the events started disappearing,” they said.</p>

<h2><strong>From Watergate to Partygate: Shorthand for scandal</strong></h2>

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<p>“[Awards from a Christmas party were] basically taken down, kept away, shredded, evidence destroyed. So there was an aspect of getting rid of evidence – just keeping yourself in the clear before an investigation would happen.”</p>

<p>The podcast further claims, quoting a senior Cabinet official, that Gray’s team probed half of the parties that occurred in the Downing Street.</p>

<p>The revelations come at a time when Johnson is due to appear before MPs on the Commons privileges committee about whether he misled the lawmakers about his awareness of the partygate. Inquiry hearings are expected to begin in February.</p>

<p>The partygate scandal was one of the major blots of Johnson’s political carrier, who had to eventually go after much hue and cry from the public following its revelation.</p>

<p>The Metropolitan Police had even fined the former PM for attending the parties while social distancing restrictions were in place.</p>

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When the UK was facing one of its tough crises during the COVID-19 outbreak, the then prime minister Boris Johnson, who was part of the infamous partygate saga, had reportedly joked about being at “the most unsocially distanced party in the UK right now”, an explosive new podcast by the ITV has revealed.

When the UK was facing one of its tough crises during the COVID-19 outbreak, the then prime minister Boris Johnson, who was part of the infamous partygate saga, had reportedly joked about being at “the most unsocially distanced party in the UK right now”, an explosive new podcast by the ITV has revealed. The claims came to the fore during the podcast aired titled ‘Partygate: The Inside Story’, which delves into Johnson’s long-held assertion that he was unaware rules had been broken within Number 10 during the lockdown. It reports that a source said, “I was working late … I heard the prime minister speaking and that’s when I heard the quote: ‘This is the most unsocially distanced party in the UK right now’ and everyone was laughing about it.” According to ITV, the whistleblowers told them that the staff shredded key documents and evidence about parties before senior bureaucrat Sue Gray was to probe the matter. “There was a sense, and an implication, that we should start deleting evidence before there is an investigation. And a lot of people started shredding things. Any proof of the events started disappearing,” they said. From Watergate to Partygate: Shorthand for scandal “[Awards from a Christmas party were] basically taken down, kept away, shredded, evidence destroyed. So there was an aspect of getting rid of evidence – just keeping yourself in the clear before an investigation would happen.” The podcast further claims, quoting a senior Cabinet official, that Gray’s team probed half of the parties that occurred in the Downing Street. The revelations come at a time when Johnson is due to appear before MPs on the Commons privileges committee about whether he misled the lawmakers about his awareness of the partygate. Inquiry hearings are expected to begin in February. The partygate scandal was one of the major blots of Johnson’s political carrier, who had to eventually go after much hue and cry from the public following its revelation. The Metropolitan Police had even fined the former PM for attending the parties while social distancing restrictions were in place. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Partygate: Johnson ‘joked about being at most unsocially distanced party in UK’

<p>A new report has revealed that Boris Johnson's official jet, which is shared by the Royal family, was used for a "boozy jolly" by civil servants.</p>

<p>The 91-minute journey over the United Kingdom took place with "usual catering for a flight" as per Sky News.</p>

<p>A "fancy meal with a selection of alcoholic drinks" was served during the 700-mile trip that reportedly cost £50,000 according to 'The Sun'.</p>

<p>The RAF Voyager plane, which took off from Stansted and headed to the Lake District, was previously repainted white in a £900,000 controversial makeover.</p>

<p>"In order to comply with Airbus and aviation industry rules, the aircraft was legally bound to operate a maintenance flight before September 4 or face significant additional storage costs," Sky News quoted the British government as saying.</p>

<p>Following "a recent reconfiguration of the aircraft", the trip was necessary to ensure that it would "still meet ministerial requirements".</p>

<p>"This would be utterly disgraceful behaviour at the best of times, but in the middle of our country's current crisis, it is shameful beyond words," Labour's shadow trade secretary Emily Thornberry told The Sun.</p>

<p>Denouncing the inquiry into Johnson as "a witch-hunt" and "a kangaroo court", Conservatives have claimed it is the result of launching a legal fightback against a Commons inquiry into claims he lied to parliament about partygate scandal.</p>

<p>It is noteworthy that the committee had previously announced it could rule against him even if he did not deliberately mislead members of the British parliament.</p>

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A new report has revealed that Boris Johnson's official jet, which is shared by the Royal family, was used for a "boozy jolly" by civil servants. The 91-minute journey over the United Kingdom took place with "usual catering for a flight" as per Sky News. A "fancy meal with a selection of alcoholic drinks" was served during the 700-mile trip that reportedly cost £50,000 according to 'The Sun'. The RAF Voyager plane, which took off from Stansted and headed to the Lake District, was previously repainted white in a £900,000 controversial makeover. "In order to comply with Airbus and aviation industry rules, the aircraft was legally bound to operate a maintenance flight before September 4 or face significant additional storage costs," Sky News quoted the British government as saying. Following "a recent reconfiguration of the aircraft", the trip was necessary to ensure that it would "still meet ministerial requirements". "This would be utterly disgraceful behaviour at the best of times, but in the middle of our country's current crisis, it is shameful beyond words," Labour's shadow trade secretary Emily Thornberry told The Sun. Denouncing the inquiry into Johnson as "a witch-hunt" and "a kangaroo court", Conservatives have claimed it is the result of launching a legal fightback against a Commons inquiry into claims he lied to parliament about partygate scandal. It is noteworthy that the committee had previously announced it could rule against him even if he did not deliberately mislead members of the British parliament. (With inputs from agencies) Watch WION's live TV here: ×

Another controversy for Boris Johnson? Report claims his official jet was used for 'boozy jolly'

<p>“Hasta la vista, baby!” That’s how Boris Johnson concluded his final major speech in parliament as UK prime minister on Wednesday (July 20), to a standing ovation from his lately mutinous MPs. However, several analysts interpreted his parting remarks referencing Arnold Schwarzenegger’s famous line from ‘Terminator’ movies as a hint that he would return. “I’ll be back,” is another line of the Terminator character which Johnson repeated. Johnson left his final session of prime minister’s questions, defended his three turbulent years in office — from Brexit and Covid vaccinations to Ukraine — and hailed the contenders vying to follow him, all the while fending off opposition charges, AFP reported.<br />
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As per Johnson’s press secretary, the prime minister isn’t considering his comeback. She further added that it was his way of saying goodbye.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Johnson’s Downing Street team is currently waging an “anyone but Rishi” campaign, accusing the former finance minister Rishi Sunak of planning the cabinet coup that led to Johnson’s ouster after a slew of scandals. Those include the ‘Partygate,’ which refers to events held by Johnson at his residence in violation of Covid guidelines when rest of UK was under lockdown imposed by his own government. The prime minister, while laughing, responded that he’s not following the Tory election that closely.<br />
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<p>Johnson reflected on the Conservative’s resounding victory in the 2019 election on a platform to ‘get Brexit done’ and described his tenure in power as “the greatest privilege" of his life.&nbsp;<br />
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After leaving the parliament, Johnson advised the candidates they should “stay close to the Americans, stick up for the Ukrainians, stick up for freedom and democracy everywhere,” AFP reported.</p>

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<p>The leader further added, “Cut taxes and deregulate where you can to make this the greatest place to live and invest... focus on the road ahead but always remember to check the rearview mirror.”<br />
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"It is important ‘to remember that above everything it’s not about Twitter, it’s the people that sent us here,” Johmson added.<br />
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“Hasta la vista, baby!” That’s how Boris Johnson concluded his final major speech in parliament as UK prime minister on Wednesday (July 20), to a standing ovation from his lately mutinous MPs.

“Hasta la vista, baby!” That’s how Boris Johnson concluded his final major speech in parliament as UK prime minister on Wednesday (July 20), to a standing ovation from his lately mutinous MPs. However, several analysts interpreted his parting remarks referencing Arnold Schwarzenegger’s famous line from ‘Terminator’ movies as a hint that he would return. “I’ll be back,” is another line of the Terminator character which Johnson repeated. Johnson left his final session of prime minister’s questions, defended his three turbulent years in office — from Brexit and Covid vaccinations to Ukraine — and hailed the contenders vying to follow him, all the while fending off opposition charges, AFP reported. As per Johnson’s press secretary, the prime minister isn’t considering his comeback. She further added that it was his way of saying goodbye. Also read | It's Truss vs Sunak for the battle to be Britain's next Prime Minister Johnson’s Downing Street team is currently waging an “anyone but Rishi” campaign, accusing the former finance minister Rishi Sunak of planning the cabinet coup that led to Johnson’s ouster after a slew of scandals. Those include the ‘Partygate,’ which refers to events held by Johnson at his residence in violation of Covid guidelines when rest of UK was under lockdown imposed by his own government. The prime minister, while laughing, responded that he’s not following the Tory election that closely. Watch | UK Conservative Election | Poll: Rishi Sunak losing leadership race in final round Johnson reflected on the Conservative’s resounding victory in the 2019 election on a platform to ‘get Brexit done’ and described his tenure in power as “the greatest privilege" of his life. After leaving the parliament, Johnson advised the candidates they should “stay close to the Americans, stick up for the Ukrainians, stick up for freedom and democracy everywhere,” AFP reported. Also read | Rishi Sunak: The Indian-origin leader who could become the next prime minister of UK The leader further added, “Cut taxes and deregulate where you can to make this the greatest place to live and invest... focus on the road ahead but always remember to check the rearview mirror.” "It is important ‘to remember that above everything it’s not about Twitter, it’s the people that sent us here,” Johmson added. (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.

‘Hasta la vista, baby!’: Boris Johnson bids his final goodbye to UK parliament in style

The fate of Prime Minister Boris Johnson will be decided sooner than anyone thought. Tory MPs begin a no-confidence motion against Johnson today.

Boris Johnson faces vote on his leadership

Boris Johnson, 'the man who always gets away with it' wins no-confidence vote

<p>After 54 of his Tory MPs triggered a contest following a string of scandals, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson will face a Conservative Party confidence vote on his leadership Monday.</p>

<p>Graham Brady, chair of the 1922 Committee of Conservative backbench MPs, said, "The threshold of 15% of the parliamentary party seeking a vote of confidence in the leader of the Conservative Party has been exceeded."</p>

<p>"In accordance with the rules, a ballot will be held between 1800 and 2000 (1700 and 1900 GMT) today," he added.</p>

<p>In response, a Downing Street spokesman said that the vote is a chance for Johnson to ''draw a line and move on''.</p>

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<p>"The PM welcomes the opportunity to make his case to MPs and will remind them that when they’re united and focused on the issues that matter to voters there is no more formidable political force," the spokesperson added.</p>

<p>Unable to move on from a report that documented alcohol-fuelled parties at the heart of power when Britain was under strict lockdowns to tackle COVID-19, Johnson has been under growing pressure.</p>

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<p>Joining a growing number who have voiced concern about Johnson's electoral appeal, Jesse Norman, who served as a junior minister in the finance ministry between 2019 and 2021, was the latest Conservative lawmaker to publicly request a confidence vote.</p>

<p>"Recent events have served to clarify the position this country is in under your leadership, beyond any doubt; and I am afraid I can see no circumstances in which I could serve in a government led by you," Norman said in a letter he published on Twitter.</p>

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<p>For the removal of Johnson from the position of the prime minister, a majority of Conservative lawmakers or 180 would have to vote against him.</p>

<p>Although some Conservatives say that kind of majority might be difficult to reach if passed there would then be a leadership contest to decide his replacement.<br />
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After 54 of his Tory MPs triggered a contest following a string of scandals, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson will face a Conservative Party confidence vote on his leadership Monday.

After 54 of his Tory MPs triggered a contest following a string of scandals, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson will face a Conservative Party confidence vote on his leadership Monday. Graham Brady, chair of the 1922 Committee of Conservative backbench MPs, said, "The threshold of 15% of the parliamentary party seeking a vote of confidence in the leader of the Conservative Party has been exceeded." "In accordance with the rules, a ballot will be held between 1800 and 2000 (1700 and 1900 GMT) today," he added. In response, a Downing Street spokesman said that the vote is a chance for Johnson to ''draw a line and move on''. "The PM welcomes the opportunity to make his case to MPs and will remind them that when they’re united and focused on the issues that matter to voters there is no more formidable political force," the spokesperson added. Unable to move on from a report that documented alcohol-fuelled parties at the heart of power when Britain was under strict lockdowns to tackle COVID-19, Johnson has been under growing pressure. Also see | How UK PM Johnson could be ousted by unhappy Conservative lawmakers Joining a growing number who have voiced concern about Johnson's electoral appeal, Jesse Norman, who served as a junior minister in the finance ministry between 2019 and 2021, was the latest Conservative lawmaker to publicly request a confidence vote. "Recent events have served to clarify the position this country is in under your leadership, beyond any doubt; and I am afraid I can see no circumstances in which I could serve in a government led by you," Norman said in a letter he published on Twitter. I have supported Boris Johnson for 15 years, for the London Mayoralty and for PM. Very sadly, I have written to him to say I can no longer do so, for the reasons set out below. pic.twitter.com/0Mjs4hjeSF — Jesse Norman (@Jesse_Norman) June 6, 2022 × For the removal of Johnson from the position of the prime minister, a majority of Conservative lawmakers or 180 would have to vote against him. Although some Conservatives say that kind of majority might be difficult to reach if passed there would then be a leadership contest to decide his replacement. (With inputs from agencies) Watch WION's live TV here:

After rebellion of 54 Tory MPs, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson to face confidence vote

<p>The United Kingdom Prime Minister Boris Johnson's wife Carrie's text messages related to a potential coronavirus (COVID-19) rule-breaking event in the Downing Street flat might get published, the Sunday Times report on May 29. The report added that there is apparently evidence that Carrie had organised a gathering on 19 June 2020 for the PM's 56th birthday. The Johnson government was slammed for organising wine-fulled parties at Downing Street when such gatherings were banned across the country during the lockdown.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The event allegedly held by Carrie was not examined by the Sue Gray inquiry, it is not part of the published report. Meanwhile, Labour has called for a probe. Party's deputy leader Angela Rayner urged Mr Johnson to "come clean".&nbsp;</p>

<p>On June 19, 2020, up to 30 staff were said to have attended a party at Downing Street for Johnson's birthday. During that time, social gatherings were only permitted between six people outside.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As shown in the photos, the country's finance minister Rishi Sunak was also present. The event apparently lasted from 2:25-2:45 pm "throughout which the prime minister was present". He, Sunak and Carrie were all fined for the event by London's Metropolitan Police.&nbsp;</p>

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The United Kingdom Prime Minister Boris Johnson's wife Carrie's text messages related to a potential coronavirus (COVID-19) rule-breaking event in the Downing Street flat might get published, the Sunday Times report on May 29.

The United Kingdom Prime Minister Boris Johnson's wife Carrie's text messages related to a potential coronavirus (COVID-19) rule-breaking event in the Downing Street flat might get published, the Sunday Times report on May 29. The report added that there is apparently evidence that Carrie had organised a gathering on 19 June 2020 for the PM's 56th birthday. The Johnson government was slammed for organising wine-fulled parties at Downing Street when such gatherings were banned across the country during the lockdown. ALSO READ | Was Sue Gray's Partygate probe report tampered with to save some civil service staff? The event allegedly held by Carrie was not examined by the Sue Gray inquiry, it is not part of the published report. Meanwhile, Labour has called for a probe. Party's deputy leader Angela Rayner urged Mr Johnson to "come clean". On June 19, 2020, up to 30 staff were said to have attended a party at Downing Street for Johnson's birthday. During that time, social gatherings were only permitted between six people outside. As shown in the photos, the country's finance minister Rishi Sunak was also present. The event apparently lasted from 2:25-2:45 pm "throughout which the prime minister was present". He, Sunak and Carrie were all fined for the event by London's Metropolitan Police. ALSO READ | China deployed J-16 fighter jets during joint patrol with Russia: Report 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.

Partygate scandal: Carrie Johnson's lockdown party related texts to be published?

UK PM Boris Johnson is in trouble again, he is now facing leadership crisis apart from the opposition demanding his resignation. In the latest, 4 Tory members have joined the chorus of BoJo's resignation.

UK PM Boris Johnson faces renewed leadership crisis over Partygate scandal

Johnson's partygate pictures revealed: Alcohol, food and music during lockdown at 10 Downing Street

Sources said that UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson was the instigator of the 13 November, 2020 party at the No. 10 Downing Street during national Covid lockdown.

Sources: UK PM Boris Johnson was instigator of Nov 13 party

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