Daily Express Front Page 8th of July 2022
10:24 pm
Boris Johnson gave Britain back its freedom, the Daily Express said. According to the newspaper, the prime minister resigned reluctantly and with “great dignity”.
Newspaper Round Up: 8th of July 2022
Daily Telegraph Front Page 8th of July 2022
10:12 pm
The Daily Telegraph reports that senior Conservatives have called on Boris Johnson to appoint a caretaker PM, saying his failure to leave immediately leaves the country in a “state of paralysis”.
Daily Mail Front Page 8th of July 2022
10:05 pm
According to the Daily Mail, Tory MPs will “rue the day” they got rid of Boris Johnson.
Guardian Front Page 8th of July 2022
10:05 pm
“It’s (almost) over”, says the front page of The Guardian following Boris Johnson’s resignation.
Times Front Page 8th of July 2022
10:03 pm
A bitter leadership contest is expected to follow Boris Johnson’s resignation, according to The Times. As a result of his two-day battle to save his premiership, he finally “threw in the towel.”
Daily Star Front Page 8th of July 2022
10:00 pm
The Daily Star mocks Boris Johnson’s legacy after he resigned as PM.
i Front Page 8th of July 2022
9:42 pm
According to the i, at least 11 Conservative MPs are considering leadership bids after Johnson resigned blaming “herd mentality.”
Financial Times Front Page 8th of July 2022
9:37 pm
According to the Financial Times, Johnson remained “defiant to the end”. His resignation speech is described as “unapologetic”.
Metro Front Page 8th of July 2022
9:34 pm
The Metro’s front page declares “Leave Means Leave”, as it accuses Boris Johnson of retaining power after he “defied calls” to step down.
Daily Mirror Front Page 8th of July 2022
9:30 pm
There are reports that Boris Johnson wants to stay on as caretaker prime minister – partly to host a “lavish” wedding party at Chequers.