Boris Johnson. File photoMOSCOW, Oct 22Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has the support of more than a hundred parliamentarians, which allows him to participate in the election of the head of government, Sky News reported, citing a source.
" Boris Johnson has more than 100 MPs behind him, so he could be on the ballot", the channel said.
Earlier, Johnson returned to his homeland amid reports of a possible candidacy for prime minister.Lise Truss 20 October announced her resignation, noting that she would remain as head of the cabinet until her successor was elected. She had only been in office for 44 days when her decision was announced, making her the shortest-tenured premier in British history. The Telegraph later reported that Johnson himself was calling parliamentarians to secure the support of enough party members to run for a new premier. establishment, said the expert