What scenarios for Boris Johnson?
The noose is tightening considerably around the British Prime Minister, faced with an unprecedented and uninterrupted wave of resignations within his government after several months of repeated scandals.
Calls for Boris Johnson’s resignation are increasing, including among his most loyal. The departure of the Prime Minister would be a first option to end this crisis, but he has so far refused to do so. “Frankly… the prime minister’s job in difficult circumstances, when given a colossal mandate, is to continueJohnson told parliament on Wednesday.. And that’s what I’m going to do. »
Parliament could try to dismiss him. Either by filing a motion of censure tabled by the opposition and voted with the support of the conservative majority, which would have the effect of causing early elections. An option to which the Conservatives are reluctant, because it would run the risk of losing the majority in the House of Commons.
The Tories can also decide on a vote of no confidence within their party alone, which would have the effect of overthrowing the Prime Minister but being able to replace him without having to call an election. They did so in early June, but Boris Johnson had narrowly won the confidence of his majority. However, the rule is that such a procedure is only possible once a year. According to the British press, behind the scenes, the anti-Johnson are maneuvering to allow a new vote quickly, by changing the current rule which protects the head of government for another eleven months. The election of the executive office of the powerful 1922 Committee, competent to decide the question, must be held on Monday.