The police investigation into lockdown-breaking parties in Downing Street and White Hall has finally concluded. The Metropolitan Police clarified that the number of people to receive fixed penalty notices (FPNs) is 83.
Scotland Yard said 35 men received a total of 53 FPNs and 48 women received a total of 73. Meanwhile No 10 said the Prime Minister was “pleased” the investigation had concluded and that officers had told Mr Johnson he would not receive a second fine, having received one for the event on his 56th birthday.
The conclusion of Operation Hillman paves the way for the potentially damaging publication of senior civil servant Sue Gray’s inquiry. Ms Gray's report will set out ‘a general understanding of the nature of the gatherings, including attendance, the setting and the purpose’.
