BORIS Johnson’s brother Jo has quit as Tory MP after being “torn between family loyalty and the national interest.” Johnson, who represents Orpington, revealed the news this morni…
BORIS Johnson's brother Jo has quit as Tory MP after being "torn between family loyalty and the national interest.
"Jo Johnson previously quit the Government and demanded a second referendumHe tweeted: "It’s been an honour to represent Orpington for 9 years & to serve as a minister under three PMs. In recent weeks I’ve been torn between family loyalty and the national interest - it’s an unresolvable tension & time for others to take on my roles as MP & Minister.
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