James WhartonAs Boris Johnson’s campaign manager, Mr Wharton, 35, has been credited with professionalising the operation. He entered parliament at 26 for the marginal constituency of Stockton South in 2010 but lost to Labour in 2017. He works closely with Gavin Williamson to ensure the campaign runs smoothly. Grant ShappsMr Johnson’s number-cruncher, Mr Shapps entered parliament in 2005 and was quickly marked out as a rising star, appointed a party vice-chairman then shadow housing minister. His fortunes took a downturn in 2015 when after vehement denials he admitted holding a lucrative second job as…

Source: The Times June 24, 2019 22:52 UTC