Boris Johnson

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Alexander Boris de Pfeffel Johnson is a British politician, author, and former journalist who has served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom and Leader of the Conservative Party since 2019. He was Foreign Secretary from 2016 to 2018 and Mayor of London from 2008 to 2016. Johnson was Member of Parliament (MP) for Henley from 2001 to 2008 and has been MP for Uxbridge and South Ruislip since 2015. Ideologically, he identifies as a one-nation conservative.

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Boris Johnson marks start of Poppy Appeal Boris Johnson recieves the Royal British Legion outside Number 10 as the remembrance poppy goes on sale to the public tomorrow. Report by Odonovanc. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:10Published 2 days ago


Highlights from the Government’s Covid-19 press conference Boris Johnson holds a press conference regarding the coronavirus situation.The Prime Minister was joined by Chancellor Rishi Sunak who has announcedbillions of pounds of extra help for firms and.. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 03:11Published 3 days ago

Boris Johnson defends his approach to tackling Covid Boris Johnson has defended the government's approach to tackling the Covid-19 outbreak, warning that an "extreme laissez faire" response, giving people greater freedom, would result in "many thousands.. Credit: ODN Duration: 02:16Published 3 days ago

Boris Johnson: This winter is not going to be easy Prime Minister Boris Johnson has given a speech virtually from 10 DowningStreet to the virtual Great Northern Conference. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 01:13Published 3 days ago

Boris Johnson hosts Iraqi PM Mustafa Al-Kadhimi Prime Minister Boris Johnson has welcomed his Iraqi counterpart Mustafa Al-Kadhimi to 10 Downing Street. Report by Blairm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:10Published 3 days ago

Boris Johnson welcomes Iraqi Prime Minister to Downing Street Iraqi premier Mustafa Al Kadhimi has met Prime Minister Boris Johnson at 10Downing Street. The Iraqi leader was appointed in May after mass anti-government protests that rocked the country and pushed.. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 01:02Published 3 days ago

'U-turn after U-turn': Chairman of Manchester Young Conservatives slams Prime Minister Boris Johnson The chairman of Manchester Young Conservatives has slammed UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson, telling Euronews that the Tory leader has carried out "U-turn after U-turn, incompetent move after.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:44Published 4 days ago

PM: Areas will come out of Tier 3 'when they are able to make progress' Boris Johnson clarified that areas will come out of Tier 3 “when they are ableto make progress”. Sir Keir said: “Can I press the Prime Minister on thatanswer? If the infection rate ‘R’ in a.. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 01:31Published 4 days ago

Boris Johnson announces £60m offer to Manchester boroughs Boris Johnson has said that the £60 million offered to Greater Manchester to support businesses affected by new coronavirus restrictions will be distributed to the region's boroughs. The prime.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:31Published 4 days ago

Boris Johnson departs 10 Downing Street ahead of PMQs Boris Johnson has departed 10 Downing Street ahead of his weekly appearance at Prime Minister's Questions at the House of Commons. Report by Blairm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn.. Credit: ODN Duration: 00:30Published 4 days ago

Boris Johnson says he emphasises with Andy Burham as Greater Manchester moves into Tier 3 Prime Minister Boris Johnson says he emphasises with Greater Manchester mayorAndy Burnham as the region is moved into Tier 3 of coronavirus restrictions.The Prime Minister only confirmed a £22 million.. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 01:31Published 5 days ago

PM defends funding for Tier 3 regions Boris Johnson has defended the funding given to regions in Tier 3 Covid alert level, following a breakdown in negotiations with local leaders in Greater Manchester. Report by Etemadil. Like us on.. Credit: ODN Duration: 02:31Published 5 days ago

Prime Minister announces Greater Manchester will move into Tier 3 of coronavirus restrictions Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced that the Greater Manchester regionwill move into the highest level of Covid-19 restrictions from midnight onThursday. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 00:55Published 5 days ago

Boris Johnson moves Greater Manchester into Tier 3 Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced that Greater Manchester will be placed into Tier 3 Covid alert level, despite opposition from local leaders over financial support. Report by Etemadil. Like.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:59Published 5 days ago

PM chairs Cabinet meeting Boris Johnson chairs a cabinet meeting as Greater Manchester faces going into a Tier 3 lockdown. Report by Etemadil. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:21Published 5 days ago

Former prime minister Theresa May sounds no-deal Brexit security warning Former prime minister Theresa May poured scorn on Boris Johnson’s post-Brexitsecurity commitments as she warned of the dangers of a no-deal scenario. TheConservative former prime minister repeatedly.. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 01:37Published 6 days ago

Theresa May sounds no-deal Brexit security warning Theresa May poured scorn on Boris Johnson's post-Brexit security commitments as she warned of the dangers of a no-deal scenario. The former prime minister repeatedly said "what?" in disbelief and.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:32Published 6 days ago

Greater Manchester eyes millions in extra lockdown funding as talks continue Greater Manchester may be offered millions in extra funding to accept thestrictest coronavirus restrictions as Boris Johnson seeks to prevent alockdown revolt and mayor Andy Burnham presses for a.. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 01:23Published 6 days ago

Diane Abbott brands Donald Trump and Boris Johnson 'racist' in Stand Up To Racism address Diane Abbott addresses a Stand Up To Racism plenary, in which she discussesracism in British and American politics, and the plight of refugees. MsAbbott, who is the long-serving MP for Hackney North.. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 01:00Published 6 days ago

UK must prepare for ‘no deal’ Brexit, says PM Boris Johnson The UK wants an EU trade deal like the bloc’s pact with Canada, but talks have stalled before the UK’s final divorce. Credit: Al Jazeera STUDIO Duration: 02:27Published 1 week ago

Brexit: What would an Australia-style trade deal look like? Boris Johnson has told the country it is time to “get ready” for an “Australiasolution” to the post-Brexit trade talks with the European Union. But whatdoes the Prime Minister mean by an.. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 01:38Published 1 week ago

Boris Johnson appears to get his coronavirus rules wrong again Boris Johnson appears to get his coronavirus rules wrong again aftersuggesting parents and children who live apart may face restrictions if one oftheir areas goes into heightened controls. The Prime.. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 00:55Published 1 week ago

Coronavirus briefing: All you need to know Prime Minister Boris Johnson holds a coronavirus briefing at 10 DowningStreet. Here's all you need to know. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 01:47Published 1 week ago

PM appears to get his coronavirus rules wrong at presser Boris Johnson appeared to get his coronavirus rules wrong after he advised single parents that they may not be able to see their children if their area goes into heightened restrictions. The prime.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:00Published 1 week ago

EU leaders pledge to continue Brexit negotiations despite Johnson's comments EU leaders have committed to continuing negotiations on a post-Brexit dealwith the UK despite Prime Minister Boris Johnson calling a halt to talks withBrussels on a free trade agreement. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 01:17Published 1 week ago

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