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Tory MP Caroline Nokes also calls for leadership contest to conclude in ‘weeks, rather than months’

Would-be successors to scandal-ridden British Prime Minister Boris Johnson were readying Friday for what will be a prolonged battle, the day after an extraordinary exodus of Conservative ministers brought about their leader's downfall.

‘He was very outspoken, he was always on Ukraine’s side,’ said Inna Sovsun, deputy leader of the Holos Party.

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LONDON — Boris Johnson announced his intention to resign as prime minister of the United Kingdom, bringing the curtain down on a tempestuous three years in office marred by a succession of scandals that culminated in the rebellion of his own Cabinet and parliamentary group.

Friday: UK prime minister announces resignation, but will stay on until Conservative party finds replacement. Plus: Nick Kyrgios through to first Wimbledon final

Boris Johnson's allies say that devotion to duty is why he wants to stay on at No10 until a new Conservative leader is elected - but sources say he wants to hold a lavish wedding bash at Chequers

Activists waste no time in capitalising on prime minister’s departure

Some potential contenders have already made their ambitions clear, while others are yet to announce their candidacy.