Prime Minister Boris Johnson leaves 10 Downing Street to make a statement in Parliament on January 31, 2022 in London, England.
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His spokesman said on Friday British Prime Minister Boris Johnson had received the questionnaire from the Metropolitan Police and would respond upon request.
The Metropolitan Police is contacting more than 50 people believed to have attended lockdown parties at Johnson’s Downing Street offices and residences to explain their involvement.
A spokesman for Johnson said in a statement, “We can confirm that the Prime Minister has received the questionnaire from the Metropolitan Police. He will respond upon request.”
Police are investigating 12 gatherings held at 10 Downing Street after an internal investigation found that Johnson staff enjoyed alcoholic parties in which the British leader personally attended. attend a few events.
At the time, many people were unable to attend funerals or say goodbye to loved ones who were dying in hospitals due to strict COVID-19 lockdown regulations, and the revelations sparked widespread outrage. . Several lawmakers in the prime minister’s party joined the opposition to call for his resignation.
Johnson apologized and promised to change the culture at the top of government after the investigation revealed a “serious lack of leadership”. After five assistants quit, he appointed new employees to senior roles.
