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Boris Johnson studies MPs’ report into partygate allegations FT NEWS SAYS Boris Johnson is poring over the findings of a probe into whether he lied to MPs about lockdown parties in Downing Street, as some allies fear he could face a sanction that triggers his potential eviction from parliament. The former prime minister is being investigated by the Commons privileges committee over whether he misled parliament with his assurances that events breaching coronavirus regulations did not take place in Number 10 during the pandemic. If the committee finds him in contempt of parliament, he could face suspension from the Commons.…

Boris Johnson has been given Commons Partygate inquiry findings, say sources THE GUARDIAN SAYS Boris Johnson has been given the findings of an investigation into whether he misled parliament over Partygate, the Guardian has been told. With the nearly year-long inquiry drawing to a close, sources said a “warning letter” had been submitted to the former prime minister containing criticisms for him to respond to. At stake is the future of Johnson’s political career – a suspension of 10 days or more could lead to a byelection being triggered in his Uxbridge and South Ruislip constituency. Under the “Maxwellisation process”,…

Dorries, Sharma and Boris Johnson’s father Stanley ‘dropped from former PM’s honours list’ THE INDEPENDENT SAYS Nadine Dorries, Stanley Johnson and Alok Sharma have been dropped from Boris Johnson’s resignation honours list, it has emerged. The two MPs have been dropped from the former prime minister’s list, which could be published as soon as today, to avoid potentially damaging by-elections. Mr Johnson’s father Stanley – who was expected to be handed a knighthood – has also been dropped from the list because it “would have looked terrible”, a source claimed. The Independent has been calling on Rishi Sunak to block…

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Labour waters down £28bn green investment pledge Labour has adjusted its commitment to investing £28 billion per year in green industries if it comes into power, citing the need for responsible handling of public finances. In 2021, Labour initially pledged to invest £28 billion annually until 2030 in green projects. However, shadow chancellor Rachel Reeves now states that the investment will be gradually increased starting from a potential election win in 2024, ultimately reaching £28 billion per year by 2027. During an interview with the BBC, Reeves emphasised the importance of fiscal responsibility after the Conservative government’s impact on the…

Windfall tax to be suspended if energy prices drop The government has said it will suspend the windfall tax on oil and gas companies if prices return to normal levels for an extended period. By halting the windfall tax, the overall tax rate on energy firms would decrease from 75% to 40%.  A windfall tax is designed to target companies that benefit from factors they are not responsible for. It was initially introduced last year to support a scheme aimed at reducing energy costs for households and businesses. Profits of energy companies have experienced a significant surge recently, initially due…

Heat-health alert in force as parts of UK to hit 30C An amber heat-health alert has been issued for much of the UK ahead of scorching temperatures of up to 30°C. The warning covers eastern and southern England as well as the Midlands. The alert has been issued over fears of the impact the heat can have on people of all ages as well as added strain on the healthcare system.  According to forecasters, this weekend’s weather will be 5-10°C above the usual June temperatures. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) escalated the alert from yellow to amber on Thursday.…

As European countries grapple with the question of how to handle migration policy across the continent, many countries are looking to Denmark, known for having some of the strictest immigration rules in the European Union. Today’s Focus takes us to a district of the capital, Copenhagen, where the debate around immigration and integration has flared in recent times. This report by our colleagues at France 2 and FRANCE 24’s Jack Colmer Gale.