Boris Johnson survived the confidence vote, but only narrowly - so what does the future look like for the PM?

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What are the facts?

Boris Johnson survived the attempt by his own MPs to oust him as both Tory party leader and prime minister
The PM won but the scale of the rebellion was larger than anyone expected
41 per cent of Tory MPs voted they have no confidence in the PM and want him out
The confidence vote was triggered after the 15 per cent (54 letters) threshold was passed – 54 MPs triggered the contest
The vote comes after a string of scandals including partygate and the Sue Gray report
The PM may have won but history suggests when a confidence vote is triggered, it usually marks the beginning of the end for a prime minister
Boris Johnson got less support than his predecessor Teresa May (who was out just 6 months after winning her confidence vote.

New leader will emerge The Telegraph is a known fan of Boris Johnson, however, the paper suggests the Tory party needs to start looking for a new leader. Historically, leaders haven't lasted long after facing (even winning) a confidence vote. It usually marks the beginning of the downfall.

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Life after Boris Another liberal paper is the Independent which suggests the Tory party should consider 'life after Boris Johnson'. The paper notes what historically happens to leaders who face votes of confidence. The paper says he'll be doomed, sooner or later.

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PM SAVED, vote FAILED The Daily Express describes the vote as a 'failed attempt' to oust the PM and calls the rebel MPs 'desperate plotters'. The language suggests the PM has been wronged by the Tory MPs who voted against him - and suggested they plotted against him.

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Boris Johnson survived the confidence vote, but only narrowly – so what does the future look like for the PM?