In the United Kingdom, a government investigation report was released on the problem that parties were held repeatedly at the Prime Minister's Office, etc. while strict regulations continued as a countermeasure against infection of the new coronavirus. I criticized it severely.
This problem was caused by repeated parties held at the Prime Minister's Office and other places from the time when strict regulations were continued as an infection control measure, and as a result of police investigation, 83 people including Prime Minister Johnson were fined. increase.
The government's investigation report was released on the 25th following the end of the police investigation.
"Many gatherings did not follow the rules of the time and should not have been held. Many would be disappointed by the problems of this magnitude at the heart of the government." He harshly criticized the government and government leaders for their responsibilities.
In response, Prime Minister Johnson addressed the parliament on the 25th, saying, "I will take responsibility for everything that happens under my control. I will humbly take the lessons and learn from them." He emphasized the idea of leading the administration.
On the other hand, not only the opposition party but also the members of the ruling and Conservative parties have sternly questioned the responsibility of the prime minister, and the focus will be on how much such voices will be strengthened within the ruling party in the future.