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Boris Johnson: four ways this controversial prime minister tested the British parliament to its limits

Boris Johnson’s tenure as British prime minister is nearly over, ending a fractious period for parliament and the wider political system.

The Conversation

Court would find probe into whether Johnson lied ‘unlawful’, says Lord Pannick

The top barrister argued the Commons inquiry’s approach is ‘unfair’ in a Government-commissioned legal opinion.

The Independent UK

11 times Boris Johnson hasn't seemed all that bothered about endangering democracy

As Boris Johnson's lawyer complains that the investigation into his conduct is unfair, and his allies complain it could endanger democracy - here's a rundown of just some of the times Mr Johnson appeared to be less bothered about all that

Daily Mirror

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Parliamentary probe into UK PM Boris Johnson 'wrong in principle' - govt legal advice

An investigation into whether British Prime Minister Boris Johnson misled parliament is proposing an unfair approach in conducting the probe which is wrong in principle, legal advice to the government said on Friday.

Reuters

Extinction Rebellion protesters superglue selves at UK parliament

Climate change activists padlock themselves to gates outside parliament, saying ‘we cannot afford to go on like this’.

Al Jazeera

Six arrested after Extinction Rebellion protest inside British parliament

London police arrested six individuals after the Extinction Rebellion environmental group staged a protest inside Britain's parliament on Friday, while it was not in session, gluing themselves around the speaker's chair.

Reuters

Extinction Rebellion protesters superglue themselves inside House of Commons chamber

Three protesters have superglued their hands to Speakers chair in the chamber while another two held signs calling for a change of policy from the government.

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Climate protesters superglue themselves around Commons Speaker’s chair

Extinction Rebellion demanding a Citizen’s Assembly to tackle global warming

The Independent UK

Extinction Rebellion protesters superglue themselves inside House of Commons

A photo shared on social media appears to show three members of the controversial group Extinction Rebellion standing next to the Speaker's chair inside the House of Commons chamber

Daily Mirror

No 10 spending £130,000 of public money scrutinising Partygate inquiry

MP criticises media stories saying advice undermines inquiry into claims PM misled parliament

The Guardian - UK

Boris Johnson attempts legal fightback against partygate probe

Downing Street will reportedly publish legal advice on the Commons inquiry into whether the PM misled MPs, a move branded ‘very odd’ by critics.

The Independent UK

Priti Patel ‘misled parliament’ on Channel asylum seekers – but faces no investigation over ministerial code

Exclusive: Home secretary refuses to correct record after claiming most boat migrants are ‘economic migrants’ when 94 per cent are asylum seekers

The Independent UK

Scotland pays 50 PER CENT more than London for electricity standing charges

DIFFERENCES in standing charges on electricity bills will see people in Scotland charged over 50 per cent more than their counterparts in London.

The National (Scotland)

Proposed legacy Bill may not be human rights compliant, warns commissioner

The legislation has already cleared the House of Commons and heads to the House of Lords in the autumn.

The Independent UK

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House of Commons leader Mark Spencer visits County Durham as he backs bid to reopen Ferryhill Railway Station

Mark Spencer visited County Durham to see the potential new site for the Ferryhill Railway Station

The Independent UK

UN experts say Bill of Rights could ‘undermine enjoyment of human rights in UK’

They have warned the proposed Bill could “fundamentally change the role and independence of UK courts”.

Wales Online

Stats show 'AWOL' Prime Minister rarely misses PMQs

Boris Johnson may skip COBRA meetings but he rarely misses the weekly battle in the Commons

The Independent UK

Labour demands recall of Parliament to tackle soaring energy bills

In a letter to Boris Johnson, Thangam Debbonaire, the shadow leader of the House of Commons, said the country faces an ‘urgent choice’.

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Nottingham Post

Nottingham MP Mark Spencer faces backlash of embarrassing sign behind him during interview

Sheep or Leader?

The National (Scotland)

Leader of House of Commons says Cabinet hasn't met since 'end of July'

THE LEADER of the House of Commons Mark Spencer has said that the Cabinet has not met since the “end of July,” in an interview on BBC Breakfast.

Daily Mirror

What is an emergency budget? When they take place and government process explained

Boris Johnson and the Conservative leadership candidates have ruled out holding an emergency budget to address the cost-of-living crisis before the next prime minister is elected

The Guardian - UK

Senior Tory likens criticism of Partygate inquiry to ‘terrorist campaign’

Bernard Jenkin insists investigation will continue despite complaints from prime minister’s allies

The Independent UK

What is an NHS Covid pass and when do I need to use it?

Requesting proof of vaccination left to discretion of venues since restrictions relaxed

The Guardian - UK

Private school polish and big dreams: how Rishi Sunak became a contender for PM

Tory leadership candidate is praised as an earnest workaholic, but critics say politically he has a glass jaw and is naive

Evening Standard

Boris Johnson emerges as most popular prime minister… among Toby jug buyers

Sales figures from the House of Commons show Mr Johnson’s collectable Toby Jug outsold Margaret Thatcher and Winston Churchill

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