The chancellor, who resigned moments after Mr Javid, said: “People rightly expect government to be run properly, competently and seriously. I recognize this may be my last ministerial job, but I believe these standards it’s worth fighting for and that’s why I’m resigning.” In his letter to the prime minister, Mr Javid said he “can no longer, in good conscience, continue to serve in this government”, as he referred to Mr Johnson’s tone and values reflecting “to your colleagues, your party and ultimately the country.” He added: “It is clear to me that this situation will not change under your leadership – and therefore you have lost my trust as well.” ‘Very, very serious for Boris Johnson’: Double blow for Johnson – Politics live The pair’s resignations came minutes after Mr Johnson gave an interview admitting he should not have appointed MP Chris Pincher as deputy leader in February following allegations the MP groped two men last week. Conservative MP Andrew Bridgen, who has publicly called for Johnson to go in recent months, told Sky News that ministers had been briefed to tell the media this morning that the prime minister was unaware of a previous allegation against Mr Pincher that he was what prompted them. over the edge. “I and many members of the party are determined [Mr Johnson] he should be gone by the summer holidays,” Mr Bridgen added. As the most senior figure in the government after the prime minister, Mr Sunak’s resignation is a major blow to Mr Johnson, while Mr Javid, who ran against Johnson in the leadership election, played an important role in during the pandemic. Sky News understands the pair had not coordinated their resignations, but Mr Sunak may already have been preparing to quit and was prompted this afternoon by Mr Javid’s announcement. After their resignations, several cabinet ministers said they would not. They include: Justice Secretary Dominic Raab, Business Secretary Kwasi Kwarteng, Home Secretary Priti Patel, Defense Secretary Ben Wallace, Michael Gove, Foreign Secretary Liz Truss, Attorney General Suella Braverman, International Trade Secretary Anne-Marie Trevelyan, Brexit Opportunities Secretary Jacob Rees-Mogg , Scottish Minister Alister Jack and Welsh Minister Simon Hart. Mr Javid added in his letter: “It is with great regret that I have to tell you that I can no longer, in good conscience, continue to serve in this government. I am instinctively a team player, but the British people also rightly expect integrity from government. “The tone you set as a leader and the values you represent reflect on your colleagues, your party and ultimately the country. “Conservatives at their best are seen as hard-nosed decision makers, driven by strong values. We may not have always been popular, but we were capable of acting in the national interest. “Unfortunately, under the current circumstances, the public is coming to the conclusion that we are no longer either. “Last month’s vote of confidence showed that a large number of our colleagues agree. It was a moment of humility, restraint and new direction. I regret to say, however, that it is clear to me that this situation will not change under your leadership – and therefore you have lost my confidence also.’
