Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson Resigns as MP

Following allegations of lying to Parliament about lockdown parties that he attended, Boris Johnson has resigned as a Member of Parliament. Johnson has stepped down after receiving a recommendation from a parliamentary committee that investigated the scandal known as Partygate.

Johnson Denies Allegations

In a statement, Johnson denied the allegations from the committee regarding the illegal parties that occurred during the coronavirus lockdown in Downing Street. The committee had recommended a ten-day suspension for the former prime minister, which Johnson disagreed with.

Accusations of Bias

Johnson accused the committee, which included members of his Conservative Party, of driving an "anti-democratic" agenda and demonstrating "outrageous bias" in their decision to force him out of Parliament.

Honoured to Have Served

Johnson expressed sadness over leaving Parliament, at least temporarily, and spoke about how it had been an honour to serve as both a Member of Parliament and the Mayor of London. His resignation also means a by-election will be held in his constituency in north-west London amidst poor polling results for the Conservative Party.

Investigation into Lying to Parliament

The Privileges Committee sent a letter to Johnson that provided him with a two-week deadline for response. The committee's investigation focuses on whether Johnson lied to Parliament about lockdown parties held in Downing Street among government employees.

Downing Street Parties in Violation of COVID-19 Regulations

Despite COVID-19 regulations, government employees gathered in Downing Street for multiple parties with music and alcohol. Both Johnson and the current Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, were fined for attending one of the events.

Controversial Honours List Released

Before resigning, Johnson released a list of political figures who will receive royal honours, titled the "Prime Minister's Resignation Honours List." He has nominated close associates and employees associated with the "Partygate" scandal for seats in the House of Lords and royal honours.

Awards for Associates Involved in Partygate

Those appointed to the House of Lords include Johnson's former Chief of Staff, Dan Rosenfield, and former London mayoral candidate, Shaun Bailey. The former Brexit campaigner, Jacob Rees-Mogg, and former Home Secretary, Priti Patel, will be honored with the titles of Sir and Dame, respectively.

Rewards for Partygate Attendees

Johnson's former Office Manager, Martin Reynolds, who invited guests to the illegal party held in Downing Street, received a royal title, and the former aide, Shelley Williams-Walker, who DJ'ed a coronavirus party on the eve of Prince PHis once close collaborator Shelley Williams-Walker, who acted as the DJane during a coronavirus party on the eve of the funeral of Queen's consort Prince Philip, will be made a Dame.hilip's funeral, was also awarded a royal title. His once close collaborator Shelley Williams-Walker, who acted as the DJane during a coronavirus party on the eve of the funeral of Queen's consort Prince Philip, will be made a Dame.