Boris Johnson will be kept informed of “urgent issues” while he is away, Downing Street says.
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Tory leadership election: Meet the overseas voters picking the next PMTory leadership election: Meet the overseas voters picking the next PM
Conservatives who are not UK citizens explain why they’re voting in the party’s leadership ballot.
Tory leadership: Cost of living crisis focus for contenders for PM jobTory leadership: Cost of living crisis focus for contenders for PM job
There is pressure for candidates to explain what they will do to help with rising bills and how they’ll pay for it.
Tory leadership: Sajid Javid endorses Liz Truss’s bid to be PMTory leadership: Sajid Javid endorses Liz Truss’s bid to be PM
Rishi Sunak’s predecessor as chancellor says the UK risks economic decline under Mr Sunak’s policies.
Tory leadership: Mordaunt out as Sunak and Truss in run-off to be next PMTory leadership: Mordaunt out as Sunak and Truss in run-off to be next PM
Liz Truss and Rishi Sunak to face Tory members in final run-off, as MPs edge Penny Mordaunt out.
Rishi Sunak or Liz Truss will be next PM, Tory MPs decideRishi Sunak or Liz Truss will be next PM, Tory MPs decide
Penny Mordaunt fails to make it into the final two in the race to be the new Conservative Party leader.
Tory leadership: Badenoch out as race to be next PM tightensTory leadership: Badenoch out as race to be next PM tightens
Rishi Sunak looks likely to make the run-off, with Liz Truss and Penny Mordaunt now battling to join him.
No UK troops above law, PM says after claims about SASNo UK troops above law, PM says after claims about SAS
But Boris Johnson declines to talk during PMQs about allegations of unlawful killings by an SAS unit.
Sri Lanka: Four key moments from storming of PM’s officeSri Lanka: Four key moments from storming of PM’s office
Protesters were met with tear gas and water cannon by authorities.
Watch the moment protesters set PM’s home on fireWatch the moment protesters set PM’s home on fire
Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe was not in the building at the time.
Next Conservative leader and PM to be unveiled by 5 SeptemberNext Conservative leader and PM to be unveiled by 5 September
Party bosses have also changed the rules to make it more difficult to enter and progress in the race.
The legacy of Japan’s longest serving PMThe legacy of Japan’s longest serving PM
A contentious nationalist, he was known for his signature economic reforms and an assertive foreign policy.
Boris Johnson resigns: What plans are on pause amid wait for new PM?Boris Johnson resigns: What plans are on pause amid wait for new PM?
Tax, pay, the future of Channel 4 – a change of leader means some policies could be put on ice.
PM ‘thinks’ he reported oligarch meeting, MPs toldPM ‘thinks’ he reported oligarch meeting, MPs told
Boris Johnson met ex-KGB man Alexander Lebedev without officials but says they were informed after.
The problems start at the top, Javid tells PMThe problems start at the top, Javid tells PM
Former health secretary Sajid Javid says the government’s problems and scandals “start at the top”.
How might Boris Johnson be removed as PM?How might Boris Johnson be removed as PM?
The PM is clinging on but if his premiership does come to an end, here is how it might happen.
Yair Lapid: The ex-TV host who is Israel’s new PMYair Lapid: The ex-TV host who is Israel’s new PM
The 58-year-old former boxer and TV presenter takes the top office for the first time.
Partygate: Harriet Harman to lead probe into claims PM misled MPsPartygate: Harriet Harman to lead probe into claims PM misled MPs
The inquiry will examine whether Boris Johnson deliberately lied about lockdown parties at No 10.
Ukraine war: Keep up unity amid war fatigue, says PMUkraine war: Keep up unity amid war fatigue, says PM
Boris Johnson says the higher food and energy costs from the conflict are the price of freedom.
The Papers: ‘Crackdown on unions’ and PM plans for third termThe Papers: ‘Crackdown on unions’ and PM plans for third term
The papers lead with strike action warnings and Tory MPs slam Boris Johnson’s “delusional” behaviour.
Rwanda asylum plan: PM and Charles unlikely to discuss policy, No 10 saysRwanda asylum plan: PM and Charles unlikely to discuss policy, No 10 says
Boris Johnson earlier said he would defend the Rwanda asylum policy to Prince Charles if it came up.
Falklands War 40th anniversary: PM praises ‘daring and bravery’ of veteransFalklands War 40th anniversary: PM praises ‘daring and bravery’ of veterans
“What an incredible thing they achieved,” says Boris Johnson at a service to mark 40 years since the war’s end.
Do everything to free Aiden Aslin and Shaun Pinner, PM tells ministersDo everything to free Aiden Aslin and Shaun Pinner, PM tells ministers
Boris Johnson condemns a Russian proxy court’s “sham” death sentences for two British fighters.
Boris Johnson confidence vote: Which Tory MPs want the PM to go?Boris Johnson confidence vote: Which Tory MPs want the PM to go?
Thirty-six Conservative MPs have so far broken cover to urge the PM to step down over Partygate.
Ex-attorney general Jeremy Wright joins Tory calls for PM to quitEx-attorney general Jeremy Wright joins Tory calls for PM to quit
Jeremy Wright joins the growing ranks of Tory MPs who want Boris Johnson to quit over Partygate.
Newspaper headlines: ‘Holiday madness’ and ‘PM trying to save his skin’Newspaper headlines: ‘Holiday madness’ and ‘PM trying to save his skin’
Travel disruption across the UK and changes to the ministerial code lead the papers on Saturday.
PM urged to explain Sue Gray partygate meetingPM urged to explain Sue Gray partygate meeting
Labour suggests the “secret meeting” could damage confidence in the civil servant’s inquiry.
Queen’s Speech: We can’t spend our way out of trouble, says PMQueen’s Speech: We can’t spend our way out of trouble, says PM
Boris Johnson says planned new laws will boost living standards – but critics say families need help now.
Local elections 2022: PM cost us votes, claim defeated Tory leadersLocal elections 2022: PM cost us votes, claim defeated Tory leaders
Council leaders say Downing Street lockdown parties and the cost of living drove away voters.
London local elections 2022: ‘Real disgust’ with PM at heart of Tory lossesLondon local elections 2022: ‘Real disgust’ with PM at heart of Tory losses
As Labour gains Westminster and Wandsworth, the BBC talks to voters in the two “true blue” boroughs.