London: At least 145 British MPs from the Prime Minister boris johnson‘s conservative Party A Reuters tally had publicly signaled support for him ahead of a confidence vote on his leadership on Monday.
A total of 180 votes would be enough to ensure that he survives the leadership challenge. The ballot will be secret and there is no guarantee that MPs will vote according to their public statements.
Voting is scheduled to begin at 6 pm (1700 GMT), with results expected at 9 pm
Johnson, who won a sweeping election victory in 2019, has been under increasing pressure after holding alcohol-fueled parties at his Downing Street office and residence when Britain was under strict lockdown due to COVID-19.
A total of 180 votes would be enough to ensure that he survives the leadership challenge. The ballot will be secret and there is no guarantee that MPs will vote according to their public statements.
Voting is scheduled to begin at 6 pm (1700 GMT), with results expected at 9 pm
Johnson, who won a sweeping election victory in 2019, has been under increasing pressure after holding alcohol-fueled parties at his Downing Street office and residence when Britain was under strict lockdown due to COVID-19.