Boris Johnson rules out “psychological transformation” to change his character
At the G7 summit, Boris Johnson and Emmanuel Macron did not talk about the issue of thousands of migrants risking their lives to cross the English Channel.
British and French leaders met at the summit in the Bavarian Alps of Germany, where they talked about geopolitical crises such as the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
But they did not address the situation that has seen more than 12,000 people cross the Canal so far this year.
When asked why boat crossings were not discussed, Johnson’s official spokesman said: “There are very important issues of geopolitical concern to discuss, especially the crisis in Ukraine.
“They have talked about these issues before and I am sure they will do it again. But obviously on the eve of the G7, I’m sure he’s at the forefront of their minds. “
Johnson is expected to use the G7 to urge France and Germany to offer more military support to Ukraine.
Back in the UK, he remains under pressure after a series of scandals and two damaging partial election losses.
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“More than 30 deputies ask for the vote of confidence in the Prime Minister” – report
The Sunday Times reports that it is understood that more than 30 deputies have sent letters to the 1922 Committee of Deputies.
They are demanding a vote of confidence in the leadership of Prime Minister Boris Johnson, three weeks after he narrowly won the last vote.
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The prime minister threatened legal action to delay Covid’s public investigation
Boris Johnson is being threatened with legal action for failing to set a start date for his public promise to investigate his handling of the Covid pandemic.
The prime minister had said the investigation would begin in the “spring of 2022”.
Now bad families have announced plans to explore a judicial review.
Read the full story here of Rob Merrick
Lamiat Sabin June 26, 2022 7:00 p.m.
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Decisions on steel tariffs will be made soon, Downing Street says
The government said its decisions on steel tariffs would be made soon and would “balance our international obligations and national interest”.
The prime minister’s official spokesman said: “We are consulting with foreign counterparts on our proposals before making a final decision before the deadline.”
The spokesman added: “There is more capacity to produce steel worldwide than demand and this makes steel prices artificially low, harming and potentially putting steelmakers in countries like ours. , which cannot compete with lower prices.Outside business.
“So while the UK was a member of the EU, the EU put tariffs on some steel products that were imported into the EU, we maintained those guarantees when it left the EU and we also established the TRA (Commercial Remedies Authority) when we left.
“After last year’s review, we extended the measures and now the reasons are set out. We are considering our position now and will move forward with our decision in due course. “
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PM: “Putin would not have invaded Ukraine before the 1922 committee”
Boris Johnson has suggested that Vladimir Putin would not have invaded Ukraine earlier this year if he had the 1922 Tory Committee of Deputies “in his case.”
The prime minister made the claim at the G7 summit in an interview with CNN.
Read the full story here of Adam Forrest
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Brexit allowed the UK to lead the crisis in Ukraine, the prime minister says
Boris Johnson claimed that the UK would not have been able to be at the forefront of supporting Ukraine if it were still in the EU.
When asked if the UK is better off after Brexit, the prime minister told CNN: “It’s (better)”, before mentioning the response to the Covid vaccine and the ability to make trade deals. .
He added: “We can change some of our regulations to regain control of our borders. We no longer spend a lot of money on projects we couldn’t control. And that was a good decision.”
Johnson continued: “I don’t think the United Kingdom within the European Union and within the kind of common foreign policy and security policy matrix we had then, I don’t think we would have been at the forefront, as the first European country to arm. the Ukrainians, to give them the means to protect themselves. “
Lamiat Sabin June 26, 2022 5:00 p.m.
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Unite says Labor refuses to support possible BA strike is “new minimum”
Unite union has criticized Labor’s refusal to support a possible British Airways (BA) strike as a “new minimum”.
Today, Shadow Foreign Secretary David Lammy has said he “categorically” does not support a possible strike by BA registration staff, who are being voted on by Unite and GMB.
Speaking to the BBC and Sky News, the Tottenham Labor MP said the party continues to support negotiations and an agreement when it comes to disputes over wages, jobs and working conditions.
Mr Lammy said: “We are all feeling the pinch of inflation. Many of us might want a (only) 10% increase; in truth, most people understand that you are unlikely to get it.
“It would absolutely not be right, it would not be a responsible opposition if you suggested yes to every strike.”
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Sharon Graham, secretary general of United, said: “Supporting bad bosses is a new minimum for Labor.
“David Lammy has chosen to launch a direct attack on British Airways workers. This is a group of workers who were savagely assaulted by their employer during the Covid.” Dismiss and re-hire “provoked thousands of unnecessary cuts in jobs and wages.
“This dispute is not about a pay rise, but about getting the money out of the pockets of the workers by an opportunistic employer.
“British Airways and its parent company IAG have billions in reserves and assets, and expect a return on profits this quarter.
“Supporting bad bosses is a new minimum for Labor and proves once again that politicians have failed. It is now up to unions to defend workers. We are their only voice.”
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The Prime Minister and Macron do not talk about the steps of migrants in the G7
At the G7 summit, Boris Johnson and Emmanuel Macron did not talk about the issue of thousands of migrants risking their lives to cross the English Channel.
British and French leaders met at the summit in the Bavarian Alps of Germany, where they talked about geopolitical crises such as the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
But they did not address the situation that has seen more than 12,000 people cross the Canal so far this year.
Emmanuel Macron and Boris Johnson at the G7 summit
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When asked why boat crossings were not discussed, Johnson’s official spokesman said: “There are very important issues of geopolitical concern to discuss, especially the crisis in Ukraine.
“They have talked about these issues before and I am sure they will do it again. But obviously on the eve of the G7, I’m sure he’s at the forefront of their minds. “
Johnson is expected to use the G7 to urge France and Germany to offer more military support to Ukraine.
Back in the UK, he remains under pressure after a series of scandals and two damaging partial election losses.
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Prime Minister suggests UK could risk violating WTO rules on steel tariffs
Boris Johnson has suggested that the UK could be prepared to violate international law to safeguard its steel industry.
The prime minister argued at the G7 summit in Germany that it is reasonable for UK steel to enjoy “the same protections” as other European economies.
The Telegraph has reported that it intends to impose new tariffs on steel to gain support for traditional labor countries.
The move could violate World Trade Organization (WTO) rules, but Johnson said taking the risk is one of the “difficult choices to make.”
The Telegraph also reported that ministers plan to announce a two-year extension of steel tariffs already imposed on developed countries and China.
Lamiat Sabin June 26, 2022 3:40 p.m.
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See: Putin’s “bare-chested horseback riding” mocked at G7 meeting
Boris Johnson and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau were seen mocking Vladimir Putin at the start of talks between G7 leaders.
Boris Johnson and Justin Trudeau mock Putin’s “bare-chested horseback riding.”
Asked to take off his jacket, the prime minister said: “We must all prove that we are tougher than Putin.”
Trudeau joked, “Ride with bare chest.”
Johnson said then, “We all need to talk about our jackets and show off our bibs.”
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Lamiat Sabin June 26, 2022 3:20 p.m.
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Prime Minister warns Macron not to give Putin “license to manipulate”
Boris Johnson has warned his French counterpart Emmanuel Macron that any attempt now to resolve the conflict in Ukraine will give Vladimir Putin a “license to manipulate” other countries.
At the start of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Macron had been criticized for negotiating with Putin and for saying that Russia should not be “humiliated.”
Johnson told Macron that the engagement “will only cause lasting instability” as the couple met to discuss the war at the G7 summit in Germany.
Read the full story of Adam Forrest
Lamiat Sabin June 26, 2022 3:00 p.m.