Former Prime Minister Faces Inquiry

Boris Johnson is set to defend himself against allegations made by Dominic Cummings regarding his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic. Johnson will face questioning at the inquiry on Wednesday and Thursday.

"The Trolley" Accusation

In October, Cummings referred to Johnson as "the trolley" due to his frequent changes in stance during the COVID-19 crisis. Johnson is expected to address these claims during the inquiry.

Changing Scientific Advice

An ally of Johnson dismissed Cummings' accusation, stating that the only trolleys involved were those delivering vaccines. They argued that Johnson adjusted his views based on evolving scientific advice.

Admitting Mistakes

While Johnson is likely to downplay Cummings' influence, he will acknowledge making mistakes. However, he will also argue that his decisions ultimately saved "tens, if not hundreds of thousands, of lives."

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak to Testify

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is scheduled to give evidence before Christmas as part of the ongoing inquiry.