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The Latest Breaking News from Boris Johnson

For once, Matt Hancock speaks for us all

Brief letters: WhatsApp betrayal | Johnson ploughs on | Marks and Engel | Another use for turnips | What’s in a name

The Guardian - UK

Sir Chris Whitty called for ‘realism’ around Covid sex ban, leaked Whatsapps show

The chief medical officer suggested couples were not likely to remain apart during the first weeks of the 2020 lockdown

Evening Standard

Bitter Tories accused of pedalling Boris Johnson's 'conspiracy theories' over Sue Gray

In a salty remark to the Commons, Jacob Rees-Mogg accused the respected senior servant of "conniving in secret meetings" and Conservatives vented their anger over Sue Gray's departure to become Keir Starmer's chief of staff

Daily Mirror

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Whitty called for ‘realism’ around Covid advice which kept couples apart

The chief medical officer suggested couples were not likely to remain apart during the first weeks of the 2020 lockdown, according to leaked messages.

The Independent UK

Sue Gray may have breached rules with plans to move to Labour, ministers say

Paymaster General Jeremy Quin raised concerns over the ‘unprecedented’ planned move to Sir Keir Starmer’s office.

The Independent UK

OPINION - Rishi Sunak hit by backlash over plans to end small boats crisis

The term ‘Catch-22’ was coined by Joseph Heller in his 1961 masterpiece of the same name. Partway through the satirical war novel, the author describes the absurd position in which pilots found themselves through the character Doc Daneeka, an army psychiatrist.

Evening Standard

Boris Johnson’s ‘absurd’ plan to give father Stanley a knighthood ‘corrodes public trust’, Tories warn

Ex-PM accused of discrediting entire system ‘because of a family favour’

The Independent UK

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Boris Johnson no longer has the political capital to get away with giving his dad a knighthood

As an academic specialising in part in why political corruption happens, the tenure of Boris Johnson (and its aftermath) has provided me with much to consider. Indeed, over the past 18 months, it has felt like I’m getting asked the same question over and over again. After the Owen Paterson…

The Conversation

Boris Johnson's much-anticipated honours list - the 12 most controversial figures

The shamed former PM looks set to cause yet another headache for Rishi Sunak after putting his dad Stanley forward for a knighthood. Here we look at some of the controversial names believed to be in line for honours

Daily Mirror

How does the honours system work? Boris Johnson nominates father for knighthood

Stanley Johnson is one of about 100 nominations by the former prime minister.

Evening Standard

A (partial) defence of Matt Hancock: leaders must be free to discuss policy in private

His WhatsApp messages look embarrassing and chaotic, but such leaks could do genuine harm to political debate, says Guardian columnist Simon Jenkins

The Guardian - UK

Humza Yousaf calls for Alister Jack to quit Commons seat if Tory minister is made a Lord

Jack, who has served as Scottish Secretary since 2019, is set to be made a member of the House of Lords thanks to Boris Johnson.

Daily Record

Who is Stanley Johnson? Boris Johnson’s father ‘nominated for a Knighthood’

Boris is said to be putting his own father up for honours - but who is Stanley Johnson, and how did he win the eternal admiration of his first son?

Evening Standard

Seven bizarre Boris Johnson honours appointments and rumoured incoming peers

BORIS Johnson has been known for making some let’s say questionable decisions down the years.

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The Guardian - UK

I thought my opinion of Boris Johnson couldn’t be lower. Then he nominated his father for a knighthood

The former prime minister either sees the UK as his own personal fiefdom – or he has an ulterior motive, writes Zoe Williams

The Independent UK

What is the ex-prime minister’s honours list and why is it controversial?

Boris Johnson is said to have nominated his father Stanley for a knighthood

Evening Standard

Amy Winehouse will be a tribute, says her former band leader

‘You’re always going to get criticism of whatever you do’ says Dale Davis

Evening Standard

Who is Boris Johnson’s father? Stanley Johnson tipped for knighthood

Boris is said to be putting his own father up for honours - but who is Stanley Johnson, and how did he win the eternal admiration of his first son?

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The Independent UK

Johnson nominating father for knighthood ‘absolutely outrageous’, says Starmer

The former prime minister is reported to have included Stanley Johnson in the list of names drawn up for his resignation honours.

Evening Standard

Sue Gray may have broken civil service rules with plans to take up Labour job, minister says

Sue Gray may have broken strict Government rules by taking up a job in the Labour leader’s office, a minister said on Monday.

The Independent UK

Boris Johnson seeking knighthood for father ‘absolutely outrageous’, says Starmer

‘Bestowing honours on his dad – for services to what?’ asks Labour leader

Daily Record

Alister Jack 'heading to House of Lords' thanks to Boris Johnson honours list

The Tory MP for Dumfries, who has served as Scottish Secretary since 2019, could soon swap the House of Commons for the Lords.

The Independent UK

No reason to believe partygate inquisitor Sue Gray not impartial, says minister

She is expected to submit a formal request on Monday to take on the role of Sir Keir Starmer’s chief of staff.

The Guardian - UK

Keir Starmer: I had no contact with Sue Gray during Partygate inquiry

Labour leader says Boris Johnson ‘desperate’ to downplay Sue Gray’s report but refuses to say when he first approached her

The Guardian - UK

Cabinet Office minister casts doubt on whether Sue Gray followed proper process over job with Starmer – as it happened

Jeremy Quin says it is unprecedented for serving permanent secretary to resign to take job with leader of opposition

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