South Yorkshire MP says country needs a “fresh start” following announcement that Boris Johnson is to resign

Wentworth and Dearne’s MP, John Healey, says the country needs a “fresh start” following the announcement that PM Boris Johnson is to resign.
Danielle Andrews
By Danielle Andrews
Published 7th Jul 2022, 11:04 BST
Updated 7th Jul 2022, 12:25 BST
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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.

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Rotherham MP brands Boris Johnson’s resignation “a relief”

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.

Wentworth and Dearne's MP, John Healey, says the country needs a "fresh start" following the announcement that PM Boris Johnson is to resign.Wentworth and Dearne's MP, John Healey, says the country needs a "fresh start" following the announcement that PM Boris Johnson is to resign.
Wentworth and Dearne's MP, John Healey, says the country needs a "fresh start" following the announcement that PM Boris Johnson is to resign.

“This is something that should have happened long ago.

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“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.

Related topics:John HealeyBoris JohnsonSouth YorkshireMichelle DonelanLabour