Boris Johnson is at the centre of the Tory showdown for the coveted prime ministerial role. After Theresa May’s moving resignation speech, ten contenders eventually announced their intentions to make their bid for the premiership.

No doubt, many breathed a sigh of relief — no more whisperings and murmurings in the corridors of Westminster as to who would enter the race: campaigns can be made public, support canvassed, and the race is on.

Now six remain after the first round of votes held last Thursday. Conservative MPs will continue to vote until two candidates remain and it will then be put to the party membership to determine the winner.

It is no secret as to who the frontrunners in the contest are: Michael Gove, Jeremy Hunt, Boris Johnson, and until just recently the refreshing addition of Rory Stewart — the dark horse in this perhaps predictable race.

Michael Gove, marred by his recent admission of taking cocaine in his 20s and early 30s, is currently third. Jeremy Hunt, his image having been tainted by the junior doctor saga during his time as Health Secretary, is second.

And then there is Boris Johnson, the man who is repeatedly reported as being the clear favourite to take over the helm, received the greatest number of votes in Tuesday’s second ballot which puts him in a clear lead. Read more

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