He claimed the Tory party had historically demonstrated it could “manage the jostling instincts in the human heart” – such as those of owning a home and helping the poorest in society. Timeline When does Boris Johnson become prime minister? Show Hide With the confirmation that Boris Johnson has won the Tory leadership contest, he will formally take on the role of prime minister on Wednesday afternoon. Shortly afterwards, Johnson will head to the palace to be invited by the Queen to form a government and become prime minister. Sunday 29 September-Tuesday 2 OctoberThe new prime minister will face their first Conservative party conference, which is being held in Manchester.

Source: The Guardian July 23, 2019 11:05 UTC