- London police are investigating several lockdown parties at Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s official residence and other government buildings.
- Johnson has been under massive pressure for weeks over reports of allegedly illegal parties at his official residence.
“I can confirm that the Metropolitan Police are investigating a number of events related to potential violations of the Corona requirements (…)”, Scotland Yard chief Cressida Dick said in a London City Council committee.
Pressure on Boris Johnson is increasing
There are always new revelations about celebrations. It was only on Monday that the ITV broadcaster reported on a birthday party for Johnson with up to 30 participants. For Johnson, the situation is becoming increasingly precarious. The results of an internal investigation by top official Sue Gray into the allegedly illegal parties are expected later this week.
Johnson’s political fate could depend on the outcome of this investigation. Several members of his own faction want to overthrow him. The new revelations should be grist to their mills. Insiders now believe a vote of no confidence is inevitable.