Boris Johnson steps down as Conservative Party leader & resigns as Prime Minister

By News EditorJuly 7, 20221 Min Read World

Britain's Prime Minister Boris Johnson leaves from 10 Downing Street in central London on July 6, 2022 to head to the Houses of Parliament for the weekly Prime Minister's Questions (PMQs) session. - UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson suffered two shock departures from his government Tuesday, including his finance minister, as civil war erupted in the high command of the ruling Conservative party. (Photo by Daniel LEAL / AFP)

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United Kingdom Prime Minister Boris Johnson has stepped down as the leader of the Conservative Party.

He made the announcement this afternoon infront of No 10 Downing Street, the premier’s residence.

Johnson has indicated he wishes to stay on as prime minister until the party selects a new leader.

He added that the process of choosing the new leader should begin now and the timetable will be announced next week.

He promised to give the new leader as much support as he can.

Boris assured the listeners that the public will be served from now until the new prime minister is in place. END.

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