A number of Tory MPs have balloted for a vote of no confidence in Boris Johnson’s leadership, with a count scheduled to take place this evening in the House of Commons.
Sir Graham Brady, Chairman of the Conservatives’ 1922 Committee party and MP for Altrincham and Sale West, made the announcement on Monday morning (June 6) that the threshold of 15% of Tory MPs had balloted to say they wanted a vote of no confidence in the Prime Minister following his handling of the Partygate scandal.
Sir Brady said that Tory MPs will vote later this evening, with the votes counted immediately afterwards. In a statement, the chairman said: “The threshold of 15% of the parliamentary party seeking a vote of confidence in the leader of the Conservative Party has been exceeded. READ MORE: Tributes to dad-of-four with 'heart of gold' who died after Audi smashed into wall “In accordance with the rules, a ballot will be held between 1800 and 2000 TODAY MONDAY 6th JUNE — details to be confirmed.
The votes will be counted immediately afterwards. An announcement will be made at a time to be advised. Arrangements for the announcement will be released later today.” Following the statement, Sir Brady confirmed the Prime Minister was informed of the move on Sunday evening and there was an 'open invitation' for him to speak to members of the 1922 Committee ahead of this evening's vote.
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