South Yorkshire MP says country needs a “fresh start” following announcement that Boris Johnson is to resign
Published 7th Jul 2022, 11:04 GMT
Updated 7th Jul 2022, 12:25 GMT
Wentworth and Dearne’s MP, John Healey, says the country needs a “fresh start” following the announcement that PM Boris Johnson is to resign.
Number 10 announced the PM’s intention to stand down just after 9am this morning (June 7), following a record number of resignations in the last 24 hours – including newly appointed Education Secretary Michelle Donelan.
John Healey, Labour MP for Wentworth and Dearne said: “I’m pleased that Boris Johnson has finally resigned after taking the country through the chaos of the last few months.
“This is something that should have happened long ago.
“Britain needs more than just a change to the Tory at the top – we need a fresh start and a change of government.”
Boris Johnson says he wishes to remain in post until autumn, with the Conservative party selecting a new leader over the summer.