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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Adam Forrest

Chris Pincher scandal bolsters Tory rebel plot to oust Boris Johnson

PA Wire

Conservative party rebels have said Boris Johnson’s handling of allegations that MP Chris Pincher groped two men has made it more likely he will face a fresh confidence vote in the months ahead.

One Tory backbencher said the row had “100 per cent” bolstered efforts to oust Mr Johnson, while another said: “We’ve got the votes now to get rid of him.”

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