Sir Keir Starmer's demand for Boris Johnson's resignation has been scrutinised by BBC political correspondent Chris Mason, who argued the Labour leader has left himself no room for manoeuvre if the Prime Minister survives the current crisis.
Mr Mason said calling for a prime minister to go is 'an interesting strategy' because an opposition leader leaves themselves with 'nowhere else to go' if the premier refuses to step down. The Labour leader has insisted it is in the 'national interest' for Mr Johnson to resign amid the 'partygate' scandal.
However, Mr Mason also highlighted that Sir Keir himself faced questions over a picture showing him drinking beer indoors with staff last year when indoor mixing was banned. Labour said he was working and did not break the rules.
Downing Street has apologised to the Queen after revelations of two parties held the night before Prince Philip's funeral, when strict Covid restrictions were in force. Conservative Party chairman Oliver Dowden said the Prime Minister is committed to changing the culture in No 10.
