The Latest Breaking News from Carrie Johnson

Will Boris Johnson resign?

The prime minister is under pressure over claims about a series of rule-breaking Downing Street parties that allegedly took place during lockdown

The Independent UK · Jan 20, 2022

UK government puts animal welfare policies on pause

Delayed legislation includes ban on trophy hunting imports and stricter sentences for puppy thieves

The Guardian - UK · Jan 20, 2022

How has Boris Johnson responded to claims of Covid rule-busting parties?

The PM is in hot water again - but it is not the first time he’s faced criticism over alleged rule-breaking events during the pandemic.

The Independent UK · Jan 19, 2022

What has Dominic Cummings said about No 10 parties?

PM’s former adviser has published new claims about lockdown events in Downing Street but it is unclear what impact they will have

The Guardian - UK · Jan 18, 2022

Partygate inquiry: What happens next?

Senior civil servant Sue Gray may deliver her findings this week

The Independent UK · Jan 18, 2022

Downing Street party: Who is Martin Reynolds and what did he do?

The prime minister’s principal private secretary emailed colleagues inviting them to a socially-distanced drinks event ‘to make the most of the lovely weather’

The Independent UK · Jan 18, 2022

Timeline of alleged gatherings across government during Covid restrictions

Boris Johnson facing intense scrutiny over latest reports of No 10 parties during lockdown

The Independent UK · Jan 18, 2022

Inside Politics: Cummings says Johnson lied to parliament about Downing Street garden party

Former chief of staff says ‘evidence’ will back up his claim, writes Matt Mathers

The Independent UK · Jan 18, 2022

No 10 defends PM’s trips between London and Chequers in March 2020

Boris and Carrie Johnson did not break Covid rules by travelling to Buckinghamshire mansion, says spokesperson

The Guardian - UK · Jan 17, 2022

Boris Johnson faces recruitment dilemma amid Downing Street chaos

Analysis: with key aides on the way out, the PM will find ambitious professionals are reluctant to take a risk on his reign

The Guardian - UK · Jan 17, 2022