Outgoing UK prime minister BorisJohnson raised the prospect of leaving office sooner than expected, suggesting his successor could be chosen “by acclamation” rather than in an eight-week contest as planned. Moneyweb Politics Leadership
Outgoing UK prime minister Boris Johnson raised the prospect of leaving office sooner than expected, suggesting his successor could be chosen “by acclamation” rather than in an eight-week contest as planned. His appearance at Prime Minister’s Questions in the House of Commons on Wednesday had the air of a valedictory outing, as he declared he was “proud” of his leadership and said he would leave with his “head held high.
” Johnson’s press secretary later told reporters Johnson is still planning to appear next week. But they could not rule out any foreign travel while he remains prime minister, which could take him out of action. Eight Conservative leadership candidates are battling it out for Tory MPs’ votes, with results of the first ballot due later on Wednesday. Two finalists are then expected to tour the country as Tory members make their choice.
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