Boris Johnson speaking at Republican National Convention

Disgraced ex-Prime Minister Boris Johnson spoke at an almost empty Republican National Convention event in the US, addressing rows of unfilled seats in a hotel ballroom in Milwaukee. He has been trying to stay in the spotlight since quitting in disgrace following the Partygate scandal.

Allegations against Will Lewis in the midst of Partygate scandal

Will Lewis, Washington Post publisher and informal adviser to Boris Johnson, advised No 10 staff to 'clean up' phones amid Partygate scandal but denies allegations. Lewis's journalistic record and alleged efforts to kill negative stories about him are under scrutiny. Allegations of cover-up of criminal activity by Lewis's former employer, News Corp, have also been raised.