Boris Johnson wins vote of confidence after MPs vote on his future
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Boris Johnson faced the vote in House of Parliament.
Sir Graham Brady, chairman of the 1922 Committee, announced the vote this morning in a statement: ‘The threshold of 15 per cent of the parliamentary party seeking a vote of confidence in the leader of the Conservative Party has been exceeded.
‘In accordance with the rules, a ballot will be held between 1800 and 2000 today Monday, June 6 — details to be confirmed.
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Hide Ad‘The votes will be counted immediately afterwards. An announcement will be made at a time to be advised. Arrangements for the announcement will be released later today.’
Boris Johnson won the vote by 211 to 148.
We will bring you all the latest reaction this evening.
Follow along for national and local reaction in our live blog below.
Live updates as Boris Johnson faces vote of confidence
Key Events
- Threshold to trigger vote has been met
- Vote will take place between 6pm and 8pm
- MPs in our area pledge support to PM
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