Key takeaways:
- Boris Johnson announced his resignation from Parliament after receiving a letter from the Privileges Committee for misleading Parliament.
- The investigation was launched after Johnson made statements to Parliament regarding a series of gatherings in government buildings that violated pandemic lockdown rules.
- Johnson’s resignation from Parliament is a sign that he is taking responsibility for his actions and his career in politics is over.
Former U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson shocked Britain on Friday by announcing his resignation from Parliament after receiving a letter from the Privileges Committee informing him that he will be sanctioned for misleading Parliament.
The investigation was launched after Johnson made statements to Parliament regarding a series of gatherings in government buildings in 2020 and 2021 that violated pandemic lockdown rules. Police issued 126 fines for the late-night soirees, boozy parties and “wine time Fridays,” including one to Johnson, and the scandal helped hasten the end of his premiership.
Johnson, whose career has been a roller coaster of scandals and comebacks, led the Conservatives to a landslide victory in 2019 but was forced out by his own party in 2020. Despite his tumultuous tenure, Johnson was able to pass several pieces of legislation, including the Brexit deal, which he had promised to deliver during his campaign.
The scandal known as “partygate” has been a major blow to Johnson’s reputation and legacy, and his resignation from Parliament is a sign that he is taking responsibility for his actions. It remains to be seen what the future holds for Johnson, but it is clear that his career in politics is over.
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