Boris Johnson
Born: June 19, 1994 (age 26)
Hometown: New York City, NY, USA
Nationality: 
English
EnglishBoris Johnson is a British politician and the current Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, a role he has held since July 2019.
He previously served two terms as Mayor of London between 2008 and 2016 and held the post of UK Foreign Secretary between 2016 and 2018.
Boris has been MP for Uxbridge and South Ruislip since 2015 and was one of the key voices campaigners for the UK to leave the European Union, something he went on to enact as Prime Minister in January 2020.
In April 2020, Boris spent several days in intensive care after contracting coronavirus.
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James Anderson: 'England players are trying to improve themselves as people'
Ollie Robinson has been suspended following historic racist and sexist tweets.
Jun 8, 13:41
ECB investigating claims of second player posting "historic offensive material"
Ollie Robinson was on Sunday evening suspended from all international cricket pending an investigation.
Jun 7, 21:08
Boris Johnson agrees with Oliver Dowden over Ollie Robinson punishment
Ollie Robinson has been suspended over historical tweets but the Prime Minister agreed with Oliver Dowden's assessment the ECB has gone 'over the top'.
Jun 7, 17:17
Boris Johnson urges fans to "get behind" England amid knee booing
Boris Johnson's spokesman said the Prime Minister fully respects the players' right to protest.
Jun 7, 15:03
Government not planning to ease quarantine for visiting Euro 2020 fans
Tournament director Martin Kallen told the PA news agency on Friday that talks between UEFA and the Government were ongoing.
Jun 5, 09:10
UEFA and British Government in discussion over easing quarantine for Euros
Arrivals from amber list countries to the UK must quarantine for 10 days.
Jun 4, 16:35
GB News signs up Boris Johnson's ex-comms chief
GB News announces that Guto Harri, former communications chief to Boris Johnson, will present a weekly show on the channel.
May 31, 10:56
Labour leader Keir Starmer signs up for Piers Morgan interview
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer agrees to be interviewed for Piers Morgan's Life Stories.
May 15, 10:43
Prime Minister confirms fans set to return to stadiums from Monday
Larger seated outdoor venues will be able to admit up to 10,000 spectators from next week.
May 10, 18:55
In Full: BAFTA TV Awards 2021 - The Nominees
Peruse the full list of nominees at this year's BAFTA TV Awards.
Apr 28, 12:42
Italian clubs face Serie A ban if Super League project restarts
Juventus, AC Milan and Inter Milan were among the 12 sides who announced themselves as founder members of the new Super League on April 18.
Apr 26, 17:20
Downing Street insists PM did not discuss Super League with Ed Woodward
Downing Street said Boris Johnson had not signalled any support for a breakaway competition.
Apr 26, 16:02
Celtic and Rangers to join British Super League?
Celtic and Rangers are reportedly part of plans for a new British Super League, which would be backed by the Government despite the recent European Super League fiasco.
Apr 22, 12:45
Duke of Cambridge keen to "secure the future health of the game at all levels"
Prime Minister Boris Johnson promised that a "root-and-branch" review into the way football is run will consider how to boost the role of fans.
Apr 21, 21:46
Boris Johnson promises "root-and-branch" review of football
Former sports minister Tracey Crouch is to investigate the governance of the sport and how supporters can have more say in the running of their clubs.
Apr 21, 17:16
Report: 'Big six could yet face Premier League punishment'
The six English clubs have withdrawn from the competition in the wake of fan protests.
Apr 21, 14:27
Oliver Dowden: 'New football regulator not off the table'
Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden said it was also right to look at how fans can have a stake in their clubs.
Apr 21, 10:18
A timeline of Tuesday's events surrounding the European Super League
A look at how events unfolded on a dramatic day.
Apr 20, 21:06
What happens next after European Super League withdrawals?
All the English clubs involved have announced their departures from the project.
Apr 20, 21:05
UEFA president says Big Six owners are making a "huge mistake"
Prime Minister Boris Johnson has offered the Government's 'unwavering support' for attempts to prevent the breakaway.
Apr 20, 11:48
Football authorities to consider next move in fight against ESL
The 'Big Six' clubs will be excluded from an emergency Premier League meeting on Tuesday to discuss a response to the proposals.
Apr 20, 08:38
Liverpool's James Milner against European Super League
The plan has provoked widespread outrage, with high-profile figures from football and politics uniting to condemn the proposals.
Apr 20, 00:00
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp opposed to European Super League
Liverpool are one of six Premier League sides among an initial group of 12 clubs seeking to establish a new 20-team continental competition.
Apr 19, 21:43
Alan Shearer urges Premier League to ban Big Six clubs
Six Premier League sides are part of an initial group of 12 clubs breaking away to form new competition.
Apr 19, 15:31
Former players and government officials react to European Super League
Jamie Carragher and Prime Minister Boris Johnson have condemned plans for six English clubs to turn their backs on the Champions League.
Apr 19, 08:24
New European Super League competition is confirmed
Twelve of Europe's leading football clubs, including six from the Premier League, announce a new European Super League competition.
Apr 18, 23:21
Steve Bruce has "no opinion" on Newcastle takeover saga
The Magpies beat the Hammers at the London Stadium in September.
Apr 16, 12:47
Downing Street: 'Boris Johnson did not intervene in Newcastle United takeover saga'
Downing Street says the Government was not involved in the talks at any stage.
Apr 15, 17:08
Prince Philip dies: Boris Johnson gives up place at Duke's funeral
Prime Minister Boris Johnson decides not to attend Prince Philip's funeral in order to allow another member of the Royal Family to go in his place.
Apr 11, 00:23
Sports would accept coronavirus passports to help return of capacity crowds
Test events are being launched over the coming weeks as part of the Government's roadmap out of lockdown.
Apr 8, 22:27
Boris Johnson admits "ethical issues" with vaccine passports for test events
Wembley Stadium will stage three pilot events for the government's 'Covid status certification' scheme.
Apr 5, 19:46
Supporter groups criticise lack of consultation for Wembley pilot events
The Carabao Cup final, the second FA Cup semi-final and the FA Cup final are part of plans to ease the return of mass gatherings.
Apr 4, 21:39
Wembley to welcome back supporters as part of coronavirus passport scheme
The Carabao Cup final, the second FA Cup semi-final and the FA Cup final are part of plans to ease the return of mass gatherings.
Apr 4, 11:49
EFL 'remains optimistic over fans for EFL cup final'
Government restrictions would limit the attendance for the Wembley showpiece to a maximum of 10,000.
Mar 22, 20:00
Glastonbury planning to hold live event with camping in September
Glastonbury Festival organisers reveal that they have submitted plans to hold a live music event at Worthy Farm in September.
Mar 19, 18:24
Boris Johnson refuses to comment on Harry and Meghan interview
Prime Minister Boris Johnson refuses to comment on the bombshell interview given by Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to Oprah Winfrey.
Mar 9, 03:42
England "not lobbying" for extra host matches at Euro 2020
Boris Johnson has spoken positively about the possibility of England staging more games if one or more of the current 12 host cities cannot.
Mar 5, 18:29
Ten English stadiums 'on standby' to host Euro 2020
Anfield and Old Trafford are among 10 English grounds that could host Euro 2020 matches if the tournament is staged solely in Britain, according to a report.
Mar 3, 09:44
Gareth Southgate: 'Britain are well-placed to host the Euros'
London, Glasgow and Dublin are among 12 cities currently scheduled to host matches in the rescheduled tournament.
Mar 2, 11:53
The key questions surrounding the UK and Ireland's 2030 World Cup bid
A proposed joint bid from the UK and Ireland has received Government support.
Mar 2, 11:52
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