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.
Key Points
Lewis advised No 10 staff to 'clean up' phones amid Partygate scandal
Allegations of Lewis's involvement in cover-up of criminal activity by News Corp
Lewis's journalistic record and alleged efforts to kill negative stories under scrutiny
Pros
Lewis's alleged efforts to salvage Johnson's premiership during Partygate scandal
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Allegations of advising staff to clean up phones amid investigation into lockdown rule violations
Accusations of involvement in cover-up of criminal activity by News Corp