🔴 While Rishi Sunak has “full confidence” in Gavin Williamson, the PM made clear he may reconsider his position if an inquiry into his conduct upholds bullying allegations
While the Prime Minister has “full confidence” in Sir Gavin, Mr Sunak made clear he may reconsider his position if an inquiry into his conduct upholds the allegations.
Sir Gavin has a powerful post in the Cabinet Office, next door to the PM, and Downing Street revealed on Monday that part of his job will be coordinating the Government’s GREAT campaign, which markets UK trade, education and investment around the world. One Tory MP questioned whether Sir Gavin has the “necessary people skills” for such a role.
The bullying row overshadowed Mr Sunak’s first international trip, when he was asked about the allegations facing Sir Gavin at theThe Prime Minister said: “There’s an independent complaints investigation that is happening and it’s right that we let that process run its course before passing judgement.
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