EXPLAINED: John Major's attack on Boris Johnson | Charlotte Ivers

In a speech to the Institute for Government, former prime minister Sir John Major said:

"We are living through a time of uncertainty and political turbulence – at home and overseas. At home, we take democracy for granted: we should not. It is far more complex than simply having the right to vote. In many countries, there is a widespread discontent of the governed, and democracy is in retreat. Nor is it in a state of grace in the UK.

He added: "Politicians are not “all the same”. And lies are just not acceptable. To imply otherwise is to cheapen public life, and slander the vast majority of elected politicians who do not knowingly mislead. But some do – and their behaviour is corrosive. This tarnishes both politics and the reputation of Parliament. It is a dangerous trend.

Sir John Major condemned No 10's behaviour and said: "At No10, the Prime Minister and officials broke lockdown laws. Brazen excuses were dreamed up. Day after day the public was asked to believe the unbelievable. Ministers were sent out to defend the indefensible – making themselves look gullible or foolish. Collectively, this has made the Government look distinctly shifty, which has consequences that go far beyond political unpopularity."

Times Radio political correspondent Charlotte Ivers analyses John Major's speech and the impact this will have on the government and Boris Johnson.

---
Times Radio brings you the latest breaking news, expert analysis and well-informed discussion on the biggest stories of the day, delivered with warmth, expertise and balance.

Subscribe here: http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTjDhFuGXlhx9Us0gq0VK2w?sub_confirmation=1

We are the UK's newest digital news radio station, bringing together the peerless journalistic expertise of The Times and The Sunday Times with the world-class speech radio and podcasting experience of Wireless.

Видео EXPLAINED: John Major's attack on Boris Johnson | Charlotte Ivers канала Times Radio