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There's Still a Rotten Boris Johnson-Shaped Hole at the Heart of Britain

Otto English on why allowing Boris Johnson's Resignation Honours to go ahead would be a national disgrace

Jun 24, 2023
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So, farewell again, Boris Johnson.

Two weeks ago, the great hero of Brexit did what he has always done throughout his life – and ran away from the mess he had created, shouting calumnies back over his shoulder.

On each of the very many previous occasions and with the connivance of his allies and a compliant press, he managed – incredibly – to bounce back. But this time – just maybe – the curtain really has come down on the Boris Johnson show.

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