UK Parliament Delivers Scathing Blow to Boris Johnson Over 'Partygate'

The UK House of Commons has endorsed a report that found former Prime Minister Boris Johnson lied to lawmakers about lockdown-flouting parties in his office, resulting in a humiliating censure that strips him of his lifetime access to Parliament. Lawmakers backed the finding that Johnson was in contempt of Parliament by 354 votes to 7, after a debate in which many argued it was crucial to show voters that politicians are obliged to follow the rules and tell the truth. Johnson's legacy is a headache for Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, a fellow Conservative who took office in October with a promise to restore professionalism and integrity to government.