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Boris Johnson's claim of a 'mandate' from the people isn't accurate – here's how prime ministers really get power

Boris Johnson’s time as Conservative party leader has come to an end, after a chaotic week marked by rebellion from his cabinet. But despite the wave of resignations and calls from his top ministers to step down, Johnson has held on as long as he could.

The Conversation

Boris Johnson’s most memorable quotes, from scathing takedowns of Kier Starmer to his love of Peppa Pig

Cheese! Working from home! Jeremy Corbyn! The PM has had something (often surprising) to say about most things during his three years in office. Jessica Morgan rounds up some of the highlights

Evening Standard

Why is Boris Johnson still UK prime minister and how might he be replaced?

While it has been widely reported that Boris Johnson has resigned as the United Kingdom’s prime minister, he has instead resigned as leader of the Conservative Party. Johnson has stated he will remain in office as prime minister until a new party leader is chosen.

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Collapsing public support suggests Brexit is anything but done

Most people think Brexit has gone badly, a UK survey finds, and Johnson has left behind a mess of problems for a new PM

The Guardian - UK

Lanarkshire politicians react to Boris Johnson's resignation

Johnson has said he intends to continue as PM until the Tory party chooses his successor.

Daily Record

Boris Johnson resigns not over policies but deep concerns about his character

Britain's prime minister steps down as leader of the Conservative Party after a slew of members of his government said they could no longer serve under his scandal-tarred leadership.

WEKU

UK Conservatives call for 'toxic' PM Johnson to be replaced immediately

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson should be replaced immediately rather than be allowed to remain as a caretaker leader until his successor is found, several Conservative members of parliament said on Thursday.

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Conservative leadership election result: What time will a new prime minister be announced?

Here are the key timings in appointing a new prime minister

Evening Standard

How does a Tory Party leadership contest work?

The 1922 Committee, a powerful backbench committee, has ultimate responsibility for setting the rules in any Conservative Party leadership contest.

The Independent UK

Second Welsh MP quits government job amid further wave of resignations

Craig Williams's resignation follows Virginia Crosbie's. A third Welsh MP Fay Jones has called on the Prime Minister to quit

Wales Online

Sajid Javid's blistering commons speech in full after his resignation

The former health secretary had some harsh words to say in regards to the Prime Minister's leadership today

Manchester Evening News

Andy Goram hailed as 'Scottish goalkeeping legend' in House of Commons

MPs heard a tribute to the former Scotland and Rangers legend who died aged 58 last weekend after a short battle with cancer.

Daily Record

Starmer brands Johnson a ‘pathetic spectacle’ in ‘dying act of political career’

The Labour leader said ministers resigning from Boris Johnson’s Government have not got a ‘shred of integrity’ given the level of recent scandals.

The Independent UK

Chancellor's sprawling £100m property empire - including high-street supermarket

Believed to be one of the richest politicians in the House of Commons, Nadhim Zahawi, the new Chancellor, first rose to prominence as the man who helped lead the vaccine roll-out

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The Independent UK

We must lance the boil, says Blackford in plea for Johnson to quit

The SNP Westminster leader was speaking following a series of resignations from the PM’s Cabinet.

France 24

'We will continue to deliver,' says embattled Boris Johnson as more ministers quit

Britain's embattled Prime Minister Boris Johnson was clinging to power on Wednesday, with support seeping away, badly wounded by the resignation of a stream of senior colleagues who said he was not fit to govern. But Johnson, speaking at his weekly political questions, insisted he "had a plan" and said…

The Guardian - UK

Wednesday briefing: How long can the PM hang on?

In today’s newsletter: How two resignations left Boris Johnson on the brink – and what happens next

The Independent UK

Johnson remains unflappable, says Jacob Rees-Mogg

He played down the scale of the crisis within the party, suggesting that ‘losing chancellors is something that happens’.

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The Independent UK

Minister: MPs must take personality responsibility for how they behave

Michael Ellis was heckled by opposition MPs.

Daily Record

Patrick Grady victim says Tory handling of sex assault claims 'put SNP to shame'

The MP for Glasgow North previously said he was "profoundly sorry" after a parliamentary inquiry found he acted inappropriately towards an SNP staff member.

The Independent UK

‘Whitewash’ Troubles legacy legislation clears the House of Commons

MPs voted 282 votes to 217, majority 65, to give the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Bill a third reading.

The Independent UK

Matt Hancock backs Commons vote on legalising assisted dying

The former health secretary told MPs that it was time for an ‘informed, compassionate’ debate on assisted dying.

Manchester Evening News

ITV's Lorraine Kelly calls former MP guest a 'twit' after interview leaves viewers uncomfortable

The ITV host was joined by former MP Neil Parish, who resigned from his position after being caught watching pornography in the House of Commons

The National (Scotland)

Porn-watching former MP says wife 'chases him around the kitchen with scissors'

A TORY MP who resigned from the House of Commons after being caught watching porn in the chamber has revealed his wife "knows what he's…

Liverpool Echo

Lorraine fans squirm as ex MP caught watching porn gives 'car crash' interview

Neil Parish, who resigned after being caught watching pornography in the House of Commons, appeared on Lorraine

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