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Ever since he was replaced as health secretary by Boris Johnson, Jeremy Hunt has been busily diagnosing all the Government’s ills. Having refused to accept what he perceived as a demotion to defence secretary after Johnson beat him to the door of No 10 in July 2019, the Prime Minister’s leadership rival has gone on the offensive. As the influential chairman of the health and social care select committee, he spent much of the pandemic voicing his criticisms of Downing Street’s response to coronavirus. No one was therefore surprised when the politician with the shortest odds to replace the Prime Minister announced he would be voting against him in Monday’s confidence ballot. In a series of tweets seen as starting the firing gun on a second leadership pitch, the MP for South West Surrey insisted: “Conservative MPs know in our hearts we are not giving the British people the leadership they deserve. We are not offering the integrity, competence and vision necessary to unleash … [Read more...] about Why ‘honest, trustworthy’ Jeremy Hunt mightn’t be right as Boris Johnson’s right-hand-man

Man Vs Bee: Rowan Atkinson stars in Netflix trailer Sign up for FREE for the latest news from the world of showbiz SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Rowan Atkinson, the much-loved actor who has played the likes of Mr Bean, Johnny English, stars in Netflix’s new series premiering today Man vs. Bee. While many stand-by the comedy genius, in recent years, some have found it difficult to agree with his views on cancel culture and support of what have been considered controversial jokes. Related articles Harry Redknapp supported wife of 54 years through family heartbreak Man vs Bee: Rowan Atkinson speaks out on stop to filming 'two weeks!' In 2018, shortly before he became Prime Minister, Boris … [Read more...] about Rowan Atkinson’s defiant defence of Boris Johnson amid cancel culture row

Boris Johnson delivers Commonwealth speech in Rwanda Sign up for our news briefing, including a daily special Russia-Ukraine edition SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Mr Johnson was speaking at a news conference in Rwanda hours after the Liberal Democrats overturned a 24,000 Tory majority to win the Devon seat of Tiverton and Honiton, while Labour took back the red wall constituency of Wakefield in Yorkshire. Mr Johnson told reporters in Kigali: “I'm not going to pretend these are brilliant results. Related articles Pensions set to rise by 10 percent with triple lock reinstated Cost of living crisis sends price of Lurpak soaring to £5 “We've got to listen, we've got to learn. “When people are … [Read more...] about Boris Johnson fears people will ‘beat me up’ after by-elections loss- ‘Got to learn’

Boris Johnson has been officially inducted into Ukraine’s Cossack community and given a new name that pays homage to his hairstyle in another token of gratitude for his support during the war . A Cossack community in Chernihiv, in northern Ukraine, officially made the prime minister a Cossack and gave him the name of Boris Chuprina, which means “a long lock of hair”, Ukraine’s public broadcaster said. Two local artists have painted a picture of Mr Johnson dressed as the Cossack Mamay, a Ukrainian folkloric hero playing the kobza, a lute-like instrument, which is now on display at the local museum. Cossacks, who originated from the steppe of present-day Ukraine and Russia, were a semi-nomadic and semi-militarised people who fought for Ukraine’s independence while the country was stuck between present-day Poland and Russia. After signing a treaty with Russia in the 17th century, Cossacks became a vital force to defend the sprawling borders of the Russian empire. Andriy … [Read more...] about You’re a Cossack now, Ukrainians tell Boris Johnson and his ‘freedom-loving hair’

Boris Johnson's leadership will be a 'slow death' says Neil Sign up for our news briefing, including a daily special Russia-Ukraine edition SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Prime Minister Boris Johnson is under increasing pressure after the Conservative Party suffered crushing defeats in two by-elections last week. The electoral thrashing led to Conservative Party co-chair Oliver Dowden's resignation. Mr Johnson’s time in politics has been marred by various controversies, including those surrounding his personal life. This has largely taken the form of his numerous relationships and children. Related articles Raab REJECTS Indy demands ' Don't have the RIGHT! We are the people!' Sergei Lavrov’s furious … [Read more...] about Boris Johnson’s tumultuous love life and numerous children laid bare: ‘Not commenting!’

Boris Johnson is facing a Cabinet backlash over his handling of allegations against Chris Pincher, amid anger among ministers at being asked to defend the affair. Speaking to the Telegraph on Sunday night, sources close to three Cabinet ministers criticised the Prime Minister's decision to appoint Mr Pincher to the role of deputy chief whip and expressed dismay at having to publicly answer questions about what Mr Johnson knew about claims of sexual impropriety. Read why one source said Mr Johnson has found himself in a "completely invidious position" . Mr Pincher, who resigned as deputy chief whip on Thursday, has been suspended from the Conservative Party and faces a formal investigation after claims he had drunkenly groped two men at an event at the Carlton Club. Therese Coffey, the work and pensions secretary, said people should go to the police if they think they are a victim of sexual assault. The scandal is whipping up a frenzy of, to say the least, … [Read more...] about Monday morning UK news briefing: Boris Johnson faces Cabinet backlash over Chris Pincher allegations

Stanley Johnson has called for China's ambassador to be allowed into Parliament, ahead of a controversial trip to Xinjiang . Boris Johnson’s father intends to visit the region, home to the persecuted Uyghur minority , as he retraces the steps of Marco Polo. Mr Johnson said Zheng Zeguang, the Chinese ambassador to Britain, was a very "agreeable, capable and intelligent man" and that he hoped the ban would be lifted. "If there is a ban, as you say there is, I would imagine Parliament is breaking up for the summer pretty soon. But I would very much hope that by the time Parliament returns, these bans will no longer be in place," Mr Johnson said. He celebrated Mr Zeguang for his "enthusiasm" for the upcoming project and said it had the potential to revamp Chinese-British relations. The statements contradict the Prime Minister’s push to increase pressure on China for human rights abuses in Xinjiang. Mr Johnson has joined European Union, Canada and the United States in … [Read more...] about Let Chinese ambassador into Parliament, Stanley Johnson tells Government

Prime Minister Boris Johnson and partner Carrie Symonds have announced the name of their newborn baby boy today. The baby’s name is Wilfred Lawrie Nicholas Johnson, after both their grandparents and the two doctors that saved the PM’s life from coronavirus . Carrie wrote on Instagram: ‘Introducing Wilfred Lawrie Nicolas Johnson born on 29.04.20 at 9am. ‘Wilfred after Boris’ grandfather. Lawrie after my grandfather. Nicholas after Dr Nick Price and Dr Nick Hart – the two doctors that saved Boris’ life last month. ‘Thank you so, so much to the incredible NHS maternity team at UCLH that looked after us so well. I couldn’t be happier. My heart is full.’ She also posted a picture of her cradling the baby, which has a head full of blonde hair. A spokeswoman for the Prime Minister and his partner said earlier this week both mother and baby are ‘doing very well’ after the birth in a London hospital on Wednesday. The spokeswoman said: ‘The Prime Minister and Ms … [Read more...] about Boris and Carrie name their baby boy Wilfred after PM’s grandfather

Eamonn says he's 'never heard' of tennis player Cameron Norrie Sign up for FREE for breaking Wimbledon news and player updates SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Cameron Norrie, 26, booked his place in the third round of Wimbledon yesterday afternoon. The British number beat Spain’s Jaume Munar in the second round 6-4, 3-6, 5-7, 6-0, 6-2. The world number 12 said: "I was so pleased to get through that." Elsewhere at this year’s championships, rising star Emma Raducanu and veteran Andy Murray were both knocked out in the second round. Related articles Christian Horner admits Michael Masi 'made mistake' in Abu Dhabi De Jong transfer stand-off could force Ten Hag to involve Man Utd star Unlike … [Read more...] about Cameron Norrie made brutal swipe at father’s ‘filthy Scottish accent’

Boris Johnson reacts to ‘tough by-election results’ Sign up for FREE now and never miss the top politics stories again SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info The Techne UK/ Express.co.uk tracker poll appears to confirm a wider pattern to the one which emerged in the humiliating defeat for the Conservatives in the Wakefield and Tiverton and Honiton by-elections last night with both the main parties losing support. Labour maintained its six-point lead but dropped a point to 38 percent while the Tories dropped one to 32 percent. Only the Liberal Democrats gained up one to 14 percent.But crucially, there appeared to be enormous disillusion with UK politics among voters with almost a quarter (24 percent) saying they are high unlikely to … [Read more...] about Election results: Mask slips as Rejoiner Alliance plot exposed in post-election poll