Boris Johnson has made the decision to resign as a Member of Parliament following his accusations that the Commons investigation into his potential misleading of Parliament regarding partygate was a deliberate attempt to push him out. In a statement to the media, the former Prime Minister likened the Privileges Committee probe to a “kangaroo court,” signifying his intention to step down as the MP for Uxbridge and South Ruislip.
Johnson received a letter from the committee and believes that they are determined to use the proceedings against him as a means to drive him out of Parliament. He expresses his amazement that the committee has failed to present any evidence proving that he knowingly or recklessly misled the Commons. He emphasizes that when he spoke in the Commons, it was based on sincere belief and briefing, like any other minister. He further clarifies that he promptly corrected the record and highlights the shared understanding among senior officials and ministers, including the current Prime Minister and Rishi Sunak, that they were acting lawfully together.
Having served as an MP since 2001, Johnson takes his responsibilities seriously and maintains his innocence, believing that the committee is intentionally ignoring the truth in their pursuit to find him guilty. He criticizes the prejudiced remarks made by most committee members, including the chair, before examining the evidence and suggests they should have recused themselves. Johnson admits that he was naive and trusting to believe these proceedings would be fair and useful, but his faith in the impartiality of the system motivated him to commission the investigation led by Sue Gray. However, he now regrets this decision, suspecting a coordinated attempt to remove him from Parliament for political reasons related to Brexit.
Johnson argues that his removal represents a significant step in a larger plan and questions the alleged impartiality of Sue Gray and her chief counsel, Daniel Stilitz KC, who has shown support for the Labour Party and directed personal attacks towards him and the government. He points out that when he left office, the government was only slightly behind in the polls, but now faces a significant decline in popularity. He calls for the Conservative Party to regain its momentum, belief in the country’s potential, and adherence to conservative principles.
Johnson expresses concern about the lack of evidence supporting the allegations made against him and the absence of approval from either Conservative party members or the wider electorate. He believes this sets a dangerous precedent, and despite the inaccuracies and bias he perceives in the committee’s report, he lacks a formal means to challenge it. He emphasizes that the Privileges Committee should focus on protecting parliamentary privileges rather than engaging in what he views as a politically motivated attack against him.
Given the circumstances, Johnson has written to his Association in Uxbridge and South Ruislip, announcing his immediate resignation and triggering a by-election. Although he is sorry to leave his constituency, he highlights his achievements, such as the Elizabeth Line railway project and securing funding for a state-of-the-art hospital in Hillingdon. Johnson also expresses pride in delivering Brexit, obtaining a substantial majority, orchestrating a successful vaccine rollout, and providing global support for Ukraine during his tenure as Prime Minister.
Ultimately, Johnson expresses sadness at leaving Parliament, primarily because he feels compelled to do so in an anti-democratic manner by a committee chaired and managed by Harriet Harman, whom he believes demonstrates significant bias.
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