UK’s flag carrier airline, British Airways pilots on Monday commenced a 48-hour strike, causing the airline to cancel most of its flights as well as disrupting travellers’ plans over a payment dispute.
Brexit : Jo Johnson Resigns As MP & Minister
The younger brother of UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has tendered his resignation as an MP and minister, he said he is "torn between family loyalty and the national interest".
Boris Johnson Appoints Nigerian Into Cabinet
Britain Prime Minister, Boris Johnson has appointed Nigerian Olukemi Olufunto Badenoch as Children and Families Minister. She has been the MP for Saffron Walden since 2017 after replacing Nadhim Zawahi. The appointment is coming as the new PM tries to constitute his new cabinet.
Congratulations to Boris Johnson - Trump
U.S. President Donald Trump has congratulated Boris Johnson for his election as the Conservative Party’s new leader and soon-to-be British prime minister in his twitter handle.
Italy’s PM Conte Resigns
Italian Prime Minister Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte has announced his resignation amid tensions mounting in the country even as Matteo Salvini pulled out on the 14-month coalition. Addressing parliament, Mr Conte launched a blistering attack on his own interior minister, Mr Salvini, accusing him of sinking the ruling coalition and endangering the economy for personal and political gain.
Johnson Fires Hunt as Foreign Minister, Appoints Sajid as Finance Minister
Just few hours after his accession as British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson has on 24th July 2019 announced the sack of foreign minister Jeremy Hunt. This is believed to be part of Johnson's plans to form his new cabinet.
Next UK Prime Minister To Be Announced Today
Boris Johnson is expected to be elected leader of Britain’s governing Conservative Party and the country’s next prime minister on Today, Tuesday, 23rd July 2019.