Boris Johnson has been accused of “blaming the media” for the series of problems the prime minister faces in a tetchy interview in the aftermath of a humiliating by-election defeat. AdvertisementIt came after the shocking loss of the North Shropshire seat to the Lib Dems, which followed weeks of allegations about Tory sleaze and rule-breaking Christmas parties. In one tense moment, Johnson accused Sam Coates of Sky News of a question “that breaks the golden rule” – which appeared to be not talking about issues that he thinks are important. AdvertisementBoris Johnson promises to “fix” his government but says it’s not his top priorityFull interview - hear the PM accuse me of “breaking the golden rule” - answers on a postcard…. Unfortunately, you’re totally right, we haven’t been able to get the focus on those issues.”Coates in turn suggested the PM was “blaming the public for focussing on the wrong things, and the media for reporting the wrong things”.

Source: Huffington Post December 17, 2021 18:48 UTC