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The life, career and family of Robert Buckland, the new Welsh secretary

Born in Llanelli, he now lives outside of Wales

Wales Online · Jul 7, 2022

Government departures since Boris Johnson became Prime Minister

The list includes 10 Cabinet ministers.

The Independent UK · Jul 7, 2022

Embattled UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson resigns

His resignation will trigger an internal election to pick a new leader of the Conservative Party, who will also be the next prime minister. He steps down after defections left him unable to govern.

WEKU · Jul 7, 2022

Boris Johnson announcement: What time is outgoing Prime Minister’s speech today?

Boris Johnson is to resign as Tory leader on Thursday afternoon after mass ministerial resignations and withdrawal of support from MPs made his position “untenable”.

Evening Standard · Jul 7, 2022

Boris Johnson replacement: Rishi Sunak and Penny Mordaunt top odds in wide-open race for No 10

Several senior MPs quietly began planning possible leadership bid campaigns some weeks ago

Evening Standard · Jul 7, 2022

UK Conservatives call for 'toxic' PM Johnson to be replaced immediately

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson should be replaced immediately rather than be allowed to remain as a caretaker leader until his successor is found, several Conservative members of parliament said on Thursday.

Reuters · Jul 7, 2022

What is a caretaker prime minister? Could Boris Johnson stay on until autumn?

PM expected to stay on as caretaker until new Tory leader announced – but critics calling for someone else to step into role

The Independent UK · Jul 7, 2022

Boris Johnson may remain Prime Minister for 3 more months - with summer of 'carnage'

Boris Johnson reportedly wants to remain in post for several months while a leadership contest unfolds, but he would face serious opposition within his party if he decides to do so

Daily Mirror · Jul 7, 2022

Who do you think should be the next Conservative Party leader?

Also do you think there should be a snap election?

Liverpool Echo · Jul 7, 2022

‘What happens to Carrie’s wallpaper?’: Twitter reacts as Boris Johnson resigns

11 Downing Street received a very controversial (and expensive) makeover in 2021

The Independent UK · Jul 7, 2022