New Shots Rock Partygate: Johnson Toasts at Lockdown Bash
Fresh controversy hits Boris Johnson as new photos reveal him raising a glass at a No 10 leaving party on November 13, 2020. The images show the PM toasting colleagues next to a table piled high with bottles and wine glasses — during a strict lockdown banning indoor gatherings of more than two people.
Police and Politicians Under Pressure
The Met Police come under fire for their handling of the Partygate investigation. Despite at least one attendee getting a fixed penalty notice, the PM wasn’t fined. The Met won’t say why. The Liberal Democrats have now called on the Independent Office for Police Conduct to launch a full probe into the police’s investigation.
“If anyone else had been pictured at a party like this during lockdown, surely this would have been enough evidence for them to be fined. It does seem that there has been one rule for the prime minister and another for everyone else.” – Daisy Cooper, Lib Dem Deputy Leader
Downing Street Denies Misconduct, But PM Faces Growing Backlash
A Downing Street spokesperson confirmed that the Cabinet Office and police had access to all photos and info. However, the release of these new images has reignited claims that Johnson knowingly misled Parliament over No 10 parties.
The PM now faces a Privileges Committee probe into whether he lied to MPs — a serious charge that could force his resignation under government rules.
Opposition and Tory Rebels Demand Accountability
- Labour’s Angela Rayner: Johnson has “demeaned his office” and “the British people deserve better.”
- Scottish Tory Ruth Davidson: Says the PM’s position is “untenable.”
- Tory veteran Sir Roger Gale: Calls the new pictures “damning” and says Johnson should quit.
As the Sue Gray report looms, the spotlight is hotter than ever on Boris Johnson — is the PM’s time up?
