Prime Minister Boris Johnson admits he attended No.10 'BYOB' garden party during the height of the first lockdown, as Labour Leader Keir Starmer demands his resignation

Prime minister apologises and accepts the public feel "rage" at his actions, as Keir Starmer demands his resignation.

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House of Commons via PA Wire/PA ImagesBoris Johnson has admitted he attended the No.10 “bring your own booze” party during the height of the first lockdown.
Speaking at the start of PMQs on Wednesday, the prime minister apologised for the gathering on May 20, 2020.
AdvertisementBut defending his actions, Johnson said he believed at the time it was a “work event” permitted “technically”under the rules when he “went into that garden”.
It revealed Reynolds invited No.10 staff to the gathering to “make the most of the lovely weather”.
AdvertisementRevelations about the event have seriously endangered Johnson’s future, with his position as prime minister and Conservative Party leader now openly being discussed in Westminster.