He will also take questions.
I know I have included this in an existing thread but thought it deserved one of its own
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He will also take questions.
I know I have included this in an existing thread but thought it deserved one of its own
Fair enough. If he can justify his actions so well and good.Quote:
Originally Posted by Elwood Blues
Too right, what baffles me the most is why he like plenty of other Kensington or Knightsbridge types, hasn’t got a nanny that does everything? I thought this was the norm? It will be interesting to see what he says for sure, I know a few people who have done similar like Dave from Canton, but it didn’t make the news. No doubt lots have done it.Quote:
Originally Posted by Vindec
Mad that Dave from canton isn’t facing the same strategy as the prime minister’s chief strategist.
It is, Julie from Cathays got away with it too, off to Cornwall in the dead of night.....Quote:
Originally Posted by Croesy Blue
It seems quite an unusual step for an unelected advisor to get a national TV platform to make a public statement.
Good. It just shows Johnson for the useless **** that he is.
Code of Conduct for Special Advisers ... states they must not take “public part in political controversy”.Quote:
Originally Posted by Baloo
Point 14 states:
Special advisers must not take public part in political controversy, through any form of statement whether in speeches or letters to the press, or in books, social media, articles or leaflets.
They must observe discretion and express comment with moderation, avoiding personal attacks, and would not normally speak in public for their Minister or the Department.
Either he's no longer a special adviser or he's going to ignore the rules (again)Quote:
Originally Posted by jon1959
Theresmore more afoot Holmes, watch this space .
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Originally Posted by Baloo
Nail on head. He has an elevated opinion on his importance.
He is allowed to defend himself I'd do it to those non conforming media type outside his house .Quote:
Originally Posted by CCFCC3PO
By the way it includes the evil right wing media?
Rules is for fools.Quote:
Originally Posted by jon1959
Isn’t he not supposed to speak to the press in his role?Quote:
Originally Posted by life on mars
What time is this happening. Not much else to do under the lockdown, such is my bad luck in having parents who live locally and not in Durham.Quote:
Originally Posted by Elwood Blues
What Boris doesn’t appear to have grasped is a growing criticism that he’s not in charge. Having stepped in personally yesterday to make a statement about this affair to now wheel in Cummings to present the case and take questions himself just makes Boris appear weak again imo.Quote:
Originally Posted by CCFCC3PO
Having said that, ignoring the accusations of potential rule breaking/massaging once again, I must admit I’m actually looking forward to hearing what DC has to say after all the speculation over the last few days as so far the attempted explanations by cabinet members have been hopeless.
Indeed. How much bullshit can Cummings cum out with?Quote:
Originally Posted by Baloo
4pm is the time to set your watches for if you wish to see a grown man try worm his way out of something he did wrong.
I won't be watching it. It's lovely sitting here with the front door and windows open, lovely breeze etc. I don't think the neighbours would appreciate 10 minutes or so of loud expletives.Quote:
Originally Posted by Heisenberg
Think this goes to show who is really in charge of the country and calling the shots.
An unellected, unaccountable adviser, essentially a civil servant, addressing the nation and taking questions? This is pretty unprecedented stuff, especailly during a national crisis.
This guy is the brainchild and strategist behind the current Tory ideaology and post brexit plan. If they lose him, Johnson is in a precarious position. Hence why he has defended him in the face of incredible public fury.
Couldn’t agree more, this isn’t a left or right issue, it isn’t a conservative or labour issue. It’s a group of amoral chancers being lead by a complete ****. Everyone should want him held to account.
You're a City fan.Quote:
Originally Posted by Eric the Half a Bee
Aren't they used to it???????
You're right, but he's not even a civil servant. And yet he is to all intents and purposes, running the country. It's an insane situation, even without all this.Quote:
Originally Posted by Hometown Unicorn!
I am looking forward to it too. To keep his job, he has to drop Johnson in it. He is our Rasputin.Quote:
Originally Posted by Baloo
It’ll be great if Cummings comes out apologises and then commits Hara Kiri live on TV with Johnson acting as kaishakunin who then lops of Cummings head finishing with a slogan of “Stay at Home, stay alert, keep your head!”
I'm sort of hoping it turns out really exciting.Quote:
Originally Posted by Jordi Culé
"I don't think this is in the national interest, but I am quitting anyway. And, here are some things I know that WILL be in the public interest" - take the Government with him.
He’s going to sack Johnson.
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Originally Posted by ninian opinian
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Originally Posted by ninian opinian
Why has Boris decided to start drilling while he's talking?
Anyone watching it?
Cummings so far...
“poor me, me, me, me, me, me, poor me, me, me, me, me.”
“I’m a martyr.”
Now telling everyone how ill he was.
All very plausible so far.
I’m starting a collection for him :biggrin:
**** me this is painful
All journeys have to be essential....
Unless you need to drive 30miles away to ensure that you can drive safely.
Cringeworthy.
Victim Card played.... many many times.....
He drove 30 miles to the castle to check his eyesight FFS mun :hehe:
Cummings: I hope that people will understand and accept what I did was in the best faith.
Normal People: Nah mate you're a ****.
Christ, he's struggling without the script.
The papers are going to have a field day with this. He’s made a fool of everyone.
No regrets. No apologies. He has a wife and kid. No-one else has a wife and kid of course. Just him.