Ministers tipped to replace Theresa May rally round her

 

Two ministers touted as a potential replacements for Theresa May as Prime Minister said they fully back her.

Environment Secretary Michael Gove told reporters it was not the time to change the captain of the ship.

And the Prime Minister’s de facto deputy David Lidington insisted he was “100% behind”  May.

During the weekend there were various reports in the British media that May is about to be replaced. Newspapers claim cabinet ministers are plotting a coup against the prime minister, aiming to replace her with a caretaker leader until a proper leadership contest is held later in the year.

Meanwhile, the Brexit secretary said an election will become more likely if MPs vote this week for a Brexit option the government does not want.

MPs are expected to get the chance to hold a series of so-called indicative votes on possible alternatives to May’s withdrawal deal, but Brexit Secretary Stephen Barclay said they would “not be binding”.

 

Via BBC

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