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Jon Weeks and Rachelle Abbott

OPINION - The Leader podcast: Boris Johnson clashes with PM in Tory civil war

Rishi Sunak and Boris Johnson clash over honours list saga. Three by-elections triggered as Tory MPs quit.

Can the Conservative Party bounce back from this latest drama?

Our Political Editor Nicholas Cecil discusses the impact these resignations will have on the Conservative party, and how Rishi Sunak can bounce back from this latest set-back.

In this episode:

  • How the MP resignations came out of the blue
  • How they are linked to Boris Johnson’s resignation honours list
  • Will Rishi Sunak’s comments help him?
  • Are we expecting any more resignations?
  • How will the Prime Minister bounce back?

Listen above, and find us on your Spotify Daily Drive or wherever you stream your podcasts.

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