Boris to stand again

Boris Johnson has told his local Conservative Party he will stand again as an MP at the next general election. The former prime minister indicated his decision before Monday’s deadline for Tory candidates to inform the party whether they wished to contest the poll, expected to be held in 2024. It signals that Johnson is committed to a long-term political future representing Uxbridge and South Ruislip, despite remaining on the back benches. Another run would also leave the door open to a future leadership campaign for Johnson should an opportunity emerge.