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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Will Durrant

Boris Johnson urged to explain dealings with Saudi officials since leaving role as prime minister

Boris Johnson pictured with Saudi crown prince Mohammed bin Salman in 2022 - (Bandar Algaloud/Courtesy of Saudi Royal Court/Handout via REUTERS)

Boris Johnson has been criticised by Whitehall’s appointments watchdog for allegedly failing to explain his dealings with the Saudi crown prince after leaving his role as prime minister.

Last month, a series of media reports claimed Mr Johnson lobbied a senior Saudi official he met while in office to share a pitch with Mohammed bin Salman.

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