Boris Johnson's handling of lockdown-breaking parties is 'beyond a shitshow', furious Tory MPs say

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Johnson is under huge pressure after proof emerged of a further party in Downing Street during the UK's lockdown, which he is said to have attended.

Tory MPs are furious at Johnson as evidence emerged of another illicit party in Downing Street.Some said an ongoing official probe of parties during lockdown could end Johnson's time as PM.Boris Johnson's handling of evidence of a further lockdown-breaking party in Downing Street is a"a total mess" and"beyond a shitshow", Conservative MPs told Insider on Tuesday.

One said:"It's indefensible. I don't get why he is hiding behind the Gray inquiry to say whether he was there or not, other than hoping it drags on and people stop caring.""It's beyond a shitshow though… our table in Strangers [Parliament's bar] last night were pretty much banging our heads against the wall."

Another MP, who has a job in Johnson's government, said:"It's a total mess and if ends up being true could make things very, very difficult for the prime minister. Reynolds, the Johnson aide, is himself under pressure. Some sources told Insider that his resignation is the only thing that can save the prime minister. Another warned that if he goes"there is no one in the firing line to protect the PM".

 

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