Gone but not gone: Boris Johnson quits but clings on to power Prime minister dramatically announces his intention to step down, but signals he hopes to stay in post for months to come The Guardian - UK · Jul 7, 2022
Anger, tears and tactical moves on the day Boris Johnson conceded defeat Statements were drafted, alliances were sought, and the PM announced he would quit as days of pressure came to a head The Guardian - UK · Jul 7, 2022
Who is Sir Graham Brady? The chair of the 1922 Committee The Conservative MP chairs the 1922 Committee which plays a vital role in the running of the country. The Committee represents backbench Conservative MPs. Manchester Evening News · Jul 7, 2022
'Best option' is replacing Boris Johnson with interim PM, Douglas Ross says BORIS Johnson should leave Downing Street immediately and not remain as prime minister, Scottish Conservative leader Douglas Ross has said. The National (Scotland) · Jul 7, 2022
Boris Johnson must not be allowed to stay as caretaker PM, John Major tells 1922 Committee ‘Unwise and unsustainable’ for Johnson to stay over summer, says former Tory PM The Independent UK · Jul 7, 2022
Boris Johnson resigns: the rise and fall of a maverick sunk by sleaze and scandal He was elected in a landslide, got Brexit done and led the vaccine rollout, but accusations of impropriety – and his myriad weaknesses – proved his undoing. By Joe Murphy Evening Standard · 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
What happens after Boris Johnson quits as Prime Minister - and who could replace him? Rishi Sunak and Dominic Raab are among the possible successors of Boris Johnson following his resignation as PM Chronicle Live · Jul 7, 2022
Conservative leadership election result: What time will a new prime minister be announced? Here are the key timings in appointing a new prime minister Evening Standard · Jul 7, 2022
How the Tory party leadership contest works as Boris Johnson resigns Boris Johnson is set to remain in position until a successor is in place which is expected to be at the Tory Party conference in October. Daily Record · Jul 7, 2022
Boris Johnson set to resign with address to the nation - what happens now? Staff in No 10 have been told that Mr Johnson is quitting and his letter has been prepared, two sources told the Mirror, here we explain what happens after he stands down Daily Mirror · Jul 7, 2022
How does a Tory Party leadership contest work? The 1922 Committee, a powerful backbench committee, has ultimate responsibility for setting the rules in any Conservative Party leadership contest. The Independent UK · Jul 7, 2022
What happens next after Boris Johnson quits, who will be prime minister? Who is in the running to replace Boris Johnson Wales Online · Jul 7, 2022
Boris Johnson set to resign after mass resignations It is expected he the PM will remain in post until a new Tory leader is in place The Independent UK · Jul 7, 2022
The Independent UK · Jul 7, 2022 ‘Mortally wounded’ Boris Johnson urged by papers to ‘go with dignity’ The resignations continued on Friday morning with the departure of Northern Ireland Secretary Brandon Lewis.
The Guardian - UK · Jul 7, 2022 Thursday briefing: Prime minister’s desperate bid to cling to power In today’s newsletter: With Johnson showing no desire to give way, what are the arguments he’s using to maintain his grip on No10
Evening Standard · Jul 6, 2022 Could Boris Johnson face a new vote of confidence? How Tory rebels could seek rule change Following a wave of Tory resignations, Boris Johnson’s future as Prime Minister hangs in the balance.
Reuters · Jul 6, 2022 UK PM Johnson could face confidence vote tonight - Sky journalist A confidence vote in British Prime Minister Boris Johnson could be triggered as early as tonight, Sky journalist Tom Larkin said on Twitter citing a member of the 1922 Committee which oversees such votes.
The Independent UK · Jul 6, 2022 EXPLAINER: How UK Conservatives can change their leader Britain’s beleaguered Prime Minister Boris Johnson is fighting for his political future, after two of his top Cabinet ministers walked out of their jobs and a string of more junior ministers resigned following months of political chaos
Tribune News Service · Jul 6, 2022 Johnson vows to ‘keep going’ as rebel Tories plot next move U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson warned his ruling Conservative MPs that he’ll “keep going” in the face of calls for him to quit, as plotters in his party gather to discuss a potential new confidence vote amid a fresh wave of ministerial resignations.
Wales Online · Jul 6, 2022 The 5pm meeting that looks set to decide Boris Johnson's fate The Prime Minister could face a no confidence vote of his own MPs as soon as next week
Daily Mirror · Jul 6, 2022 Applause for Tory MP who tells 'insulting' Boris Johnson to resign - to his face Backbencher Gary Sambrook accused the Prime Minister of 'insulting' two men who were reportedly groped by his former colleague Chris Pincher in a members’ club last week
The Guardian - UK · Jul 6, 2022 Boris Johnson could face new confidence vote within days Members of 1922 Committee to consider changing rules as soon as Wednesday night, it is understood
Daily Record · Jul 6, 2022 Boris Johnson could face a second no-confidence vote - How rule change by 1922 Committee could out PM From Boris Johnson to Theresa May, and John Major to Iain Duncan Smith, the Conservative Party has never been shy of launching challenges against its leadership.
The Independent UK · Jul 6, 2022 Boris Johnson could face swifter confidence vote if 1922 Committee changes rules A vote of backbench Tory MPs could help seal Boris Johnson’s fate.