Former Prime Minister Boris Johnson has the support he needs to make a run for a comeback, it has been reported. This afternoon the BBC's political editor, Chris Mason, and an MP said the threshold had been reached.
Mr Johnson, who was ousted from Downing Street less than two months ago, now has the 100 backers among Conservative MPs needed to take part in the race, said Mr Mason. He is reportedly considering the move, but has not yet confirmed whether he will take part.
In an accelerated race to replace Liz Truss, who resigned on Thursday, any MP wishing to be considered as her replacement must have the backing of at least 100 Tory MPs by 2pm on Monday. That means a maximum of three candidates will be put forward to a vote. The new PM is due to be confirmed by next Friday.
