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A frontbench rebellion leaves Boris on the ropes

Boris Johnson has reportedly refused to quit as British prime minister despite pressure from his cabinet colleagues. 51 members of the government have now resigned in protest of Johnson’s leadership in what was a dramatic 24 hours in Westminster. Adam...

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07.29 7 Jul 2022


A frontbench rebellion leaves Boris on the ropes


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07.29 7 Jul 2022


Boris Johnson has reportedly refused to quit as British prime minister despite pressure from his cabinet colleagues. 51 members of the government have now resigned in protest of Johnson’s leadership in what was a dramatic 24 hours in Westminster.

Adam Boulton is a Political Commentator and Former Sky News Political Editor and he joined Shane on the show.


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