Labour Leader Claims Public Doesn’t Believe PM’s Excuses as Johnson Faces Increased Pressure
Boris Johnson faced intense criticism after he apologized in the Commons for breaking Covid lockdown rules, a situation that became known as “Partygate.” Despite his apology, Labour leader Keir Starmer accused the Prime Minister of being “dishonest,” claiming that the public no longer trusted Johnson’s explanations. Starmer emphasized that the government’s credibility had been severely damaged, and that Johnson’s repeated excuses were an insult to the British public.
Johnson’s apology came after receiving a fine for attending a party during the lockdown, violating the very rules his government imposed. While he reiterated his apology, Johnson also stated that he felt an even stronger sense of duty to serve the British people, but his attempts to deflect criticism were met with harsh rebuttals from opposition MPs.
In response, former chief whip Mark Harper joined other Tory MPs in calling for Johnson to resign. Meanwhile, other political figures mocked comments made by Conservative MP Brandon Lewis, who compared Johnson’s fine to a parking ticket, calling it an inappropriate and insensitive comparison, especially to bereaved families affected by the pandemic.
