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Johnson accused of 'Trumpian politics' after protesters mob Starmer

Several Conservative MPs have linked a baseless slur made by the prime minister about Starmer to an incident on Monday when the opposition leader was hounded by protesters.

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Fifth aide resigns as 'Partygate' pressure continues for Boris Johnson

Elena Narozanski has become the latest to quit Downing Street.

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'I'll comply with the law': Boris Johnson faces MPs after Gray report

The British prime minister could face a fine if UK police discover that he breached COVID-19 regulations.

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What did Sue Gray's report say about lockdown parties in Downing St?

The verdict is in.

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'He took us all for fools': UK PM slammed over 'partygate' report

"The prime minister took us all for fools" and "showed himself unfit for office", said opposition leader Keir Starmer

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Boris Johnson: London's Met Police deny delaying 'partygate' report

Police have asked for Sue Gray's report to include "minimal reference" to alleged Downing Street lockdown parties to avoid prejudicing their own investigation.

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Pressure mounts on Boris Johnson to publish delayed 'partygate' report

The PM has pledged to publish in full an official report into his team's activities which allegedly broke lockdown rules... while the delays have prompted many a joke on social media.

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Why is Boris Johnson such an easy target for political cartoonists?

Following allegations of Boris Johnson's parties at Downing Street being in breach of coronavirus restrictions, it is a busy time of year for political cartoonists.

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UK PM Boris Johnson again urged to resign over Downing Street parties

Johnson has so far ruled out resignation but several of his own lawmakers have urged him to do so or face a vote of no confidence.

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Police to investigate lockdown parties at the heart of UK government

The parties in Downing Street, which have caused outrage and sparked calls for Boris Johnson to resign, are already being investigated by a senior civil servant.

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Lockdown birthday party claim increases pressure on Boris Johnson

The new allegation that a short birthday bash was held for the prime minister is the latest in a string of accusations of Downing Street gatherings that are being investigated.

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UK day 2 tests to be scrapped before half term, PM confirms

It follows the removal of pre-departure tests, while the rules for unvaccinated travellers will also ease significantly from 11 February.

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UK MP says he will meet police over government 'blackmail' accusations

William Wragg claims some MPs in Boris Johnson's party have faced intimidation from government representatives over their calls for the prime minister's resignation.

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'Partygate' scandal: Johnson critics face government 'blackmail'

Senior Tory William Wragg disclosed the alleged intimidation campaign as Downing Street battles to shore up PM Boris Johnson against calls from within the party for his resignation.

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'In the name of God, go': Tory MP tells Johnson amid parties scandal

At Prime Minister's Questions, one Conservative MP defected to Labour as another called on Boris Johnson to step down.

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'Nobody told me' Downing Street party broke COVID rules, Johnson says

The so-called "Partygate" has damaged Johnson's credibility and weakened his leadership as his MPs discuss a possible ouster.

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Can Boris Johnson survive the Downing Street parties scandal?

The office parties, the public backlash, the official inquiries, and the 'red meat': Euronews examines the misconduct allegations engulfing the UK prime minister.

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UK to freeze BBC licence fee for two years amid 'partygate' scandal

The UK said it would freeze the BBC's licence fee while the opposition claimed the move was meant to create a distraction from the prime minister's current scandals.

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UK confirms plan to use military to limit Channel migrant crossings

The UK confirmed its plan to use the military to limit small boat crossings from France, one of several measures seen as an effort to shore up support for the prime minister amid a series of scandals.

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Britain's opposition leader urges Boris Johnson to resign

On Friday Johnson's office had to apologise to the royal family for holding staff parties the night before Prince Philip's funeral last year.