Boris Johnson 'forgot' he had been told about a 2019 complaint against Chris Pincher
Boris Johnson "forgot" he had been told about a 2019 complaint against Chris Pincher, Cabinet Office minister Michael Ellis has said.Mr Ellis, speaking in the House of Commons today, said Boris Johnson "did not immediately recall" being told about allegations of inappropriate behaviour by Chris Pincher.
"So, the position is quite clear. Further enquiries will be made but the position is the Prime Minister acted with probity at all times." "This dates back a number of years. On Friday, it was our belief that he was not informed about that specific incident." "As I clarified yesterday, he was aware of both media speculation and an allegation that was resolved. That was the fullest picture we had yesterday which we sought to set out. This information does take time to establish.
Mr Ellis, responding to an urgent question from Labour's deputy leader Angela Rayner, had said he had made some initial enquiries and said he understood in October 2019 officials "raised concerns" with the permanent secretary concerning Chris Pincher. Mr Ellis, responding to an urgent question from Labour's deputy leader Angela Rayner, said he understood in October 2019 officials "raised concerns" with the permanent secretary concerning Chris Pincher.
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