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Train strikes latest: 'Public is behind us' claims RMT Lib Dem-Labour ‘pact’ could sink Tories Teacher strike would be unforgivable, says Zahawi PM to tell Prince Charles: I'm proud of Rwanda migrant plan PM fails to deny Carrie was considered for Foreign Office job Ukraine war: Russia 'destroys army fuel tanks' L ord Frost has criticised Boris Johnson as he accused the Prime Minister of making “factually incorrect statements” about employment levels in the UK. The former Brexit minister said he wished Mr Johnson “would not say things like that which are obviously not true” in reference to a claim made by the PM that there are more people in work now than before the pandemic. Speaking at an event hosted by the UK in a Changing Europe think tank this morning, Lord Frost said: “I wish he would not say things like that which are obviously not true, making factually incorrect statements. "But in the end it’s for the Prime Minister’s own party and … [Read more...] about Lord Frost accuses Boris Johnson of making ‘factually incorrect statements’

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 will risk fresh allegations that he is breaking international law this week as he imposes sweeping new steel tariffs as part of an effort to win back support in Red Wall seats. The Prime Minister is preparing to hit several developing countries with new “safeguard” import limits designed to protect UK manufacturers from a “flood of cheap steel” from overseas. At the same time, ministers will announce a two-year extension of steel tariffs already imposed on developed countries and China. The moves, being finalised for an announcement this week, will expose Mr Johnson to allegations that he is breaching World Trade Organisation rules in order to protect the British steel industry. They are the changes cited by Lord Geidt, the Prime Minister’s former ethics adviser, when he quit earlier this month and said he was put in an “odious position” of being asked to “license” a breach of the ministerial code, which requires ministers to abide by international law. But … [Read more...] about Boris Johnson imposes steel tariffs to win back Red Wall

Boris Johnson has opened the door to cutting fuel duty again to help with the rising cost of petrol. The Prime Minister said on Monday that the public was asking the Government what more could be done to help them at the pumps . There was also an indication from a Treasury minister that the incoming corporation tax rise could be reduced or scrapped at this autumn’s Budget. Downing Street and Treasury spokesmen continue to argue that no firm decisions have been taken on tax policy, with the next Budget still half a year away. Mr Johnson and Rishi Sunak, the Chancellor, have talked about their enthusiasm for more tax cuts . However, they have cautioned that such cuts can only take place if they will not exacerbate the surge in inflation . During an interview with the BBC on Monday, Mr Johnson mentioned public pressure to help with fuel bills as he discussed criticisms of his leadership. He said that “of course, there are going to be criticisms of political leaders”, … [Read more...] about Boris Johnson fuels speculation of another petrol duty cut as pump prices soar

Boris Johnson has said that the US remains a “shining city on a hill” for “rights and freedom” despite overturning Roe v Wade . The Prime Minister said in an interview with CNN while at the G7 summit in Germany that he did not think the ruling by the Supreme Court damaged the country’s reputation. Rowing back on his comments made while in Rwanda earlier in the week, he said: “I want to stress this isn’t our court, it’s not our jurisdiction, so in a sense, anything I say is for the United States. “But, Roe v Wade judgment when it came out was huge psychologically for people around the world and it spoke of the advancement of the rights of women. “I regret what seems to me [to be] a backwards step. But this is me looking in from the outside.” When asked if he thought it hurt the US as a representative of rights and freedom, the Prime Minister said: “No, I want to be very clear about that. “The United States is, for me, it remains, you know, a shining city on a … [Read more...] about US remains beacon of freedom despite Supreme Court abortion ruling, says Boris Johnson

SIR – Boris Johnson was very happy to receive the credit for his party’s success in the 2019 general election, but is not prepared to accept the blame for the two disastrous by-election results just suffered . Those members who did not support him in the recent vote of confidence have the solution in their hands. They should advise the Chief Whip that they will be abstaining in all parliamentary votes until he resigns. They would be doing the country a great service. Donald Sutherland SIR  – I commend this explanation of integrity to the Prime Minister. It is taken from the leadership handbook of the Rifles Regiment. “Integrity is the value without which one cannot be a true leader of men. It means that a leader must be genuine and utterly sound, be honest to himself and others and have no trace of hypocrisy. It involves taking responsibility for things that are his fault. It means not betraying a trust, even when it may now be an accepted part of civil society’s culture … [Read more...] about Letters: If Boris Johnson won’t accept the by-election verdict, then Tory MPs must force him out

Boris Johnson is to issue a rallying cry to fellow world leaders today. The Prime Minister is attending a Nato summit at which he will call on other member nations to "dig deep" and increase defence spending targets beyond the current level of 2pc of GDP. But his call threatens to be undermined by opposition from two senior Cabinet ministers over his refusal to increase Britain's own budget from 2.3pc – and concern he is planning to breach a manifesto commitment to link military spending to inflation. Mr Johnson is resisting public pressure from his Defence Secretary and the head of the Army to increase military spending, amid a heated Cabinet split over future funding. We can reveal that Downing Street intervened to water down calls for higher defence expenditure from Ben Wallace. Political editor Ben Riley-Smith reports how No 10 was said to have been left "furious" by what was seen as attempts to bounce Mr Johnson into making an announcement. And Tom Rees explains … [Read more...] about Wednesday morning news briefing: Boris Johnson’s new Cabinet split

Boris Johnson at NATO stating to create a new Roman Empire of European countries (Image: Getty and Skynews) 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 But Mr Johnson said he wants to build relationships rather than structures and suggested it could be more like “Eurovision” by bringing Israel and other nations into the fold. The Prime Minister said he has a vision based on the Roman “Mare Nostrum” – the Mediterranean Sea and the countries around it, and insisted Turkey was “vital”. Related articles How many troops does Russia have? Inside Moscow's military forces Raab REJECTS Indy demands ' Don't have the RIGHT! We are the people!' He said: “Emmanuel has an … [Read more...] about Boris Johnson calls for EU to be REPLACED as he demands change to Macron’s plan

Lionel Barber rips into Boris for likening Ukraine to Brexit 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 In a speech at the Conservative Party’s spring conference in Blackpool on Saturday, Prime Minister Boris Johnson said: “I know that it's the instinct of the people of this country, like the people of Ukraine , to choose freedom, every time. I can give you a couple of famous recent examples. When the British people voted for Brexit in such large, large numbers, I don't believe it was because they were remotely hostile to foreigners. It's because they wanted to be free to do things differently and for this country to be able to run itself." THIS POLL IS NOW … [Read more...] about POLL: Should Boris Johnson apologise for his Brexit statement?

BORIS Johnson and Canada's Justin Trudeau openly mocked Mad Vlad Putin as world leaders gathered in Germany for the G7. With the situation in Ukraine top of the agenda at the annual talks high in the Bavarian mountains, the Kremlin tyrant was the butt of early jokes for his bizarre photo ops shooting bears and riding topless. At the start of talks between the leaders of the industrial powers, the PM declared “we have to show that we’re tougher than Putin" as he took off jacket. And the Canadian PM quipped back suggesting they go for a “bare chested horseback ride", with BoJo adding: "show our pecks". Mr Johnson used his first meeting on the fringes of the Summit to warn France's President Macron not to go soft of Ukraine or urge Voldoymer Zelensky into an unfair peace settlement. The PM warned  “any attempt to settle the conflict now will only cause enduring instability and give Putin licence to manipulate both sovereign countries and international markets in … [Read more...] about Putin mocked over topless photos by Boris Johnson and Canada’s Justin Trudeau as world leaders gather for G7