Boris Johnson Denies Lying to Parliament Over Partygate Scandal at Crucial Hearing

Boris Johnson giving evidence to the Privileges Committee at the House of Commons, London, on March 22, 2023. House of Commons/UK Parliament via PA Media

Former Prime Minister Boris Johnson has denied he lied to Parliament over the “partygate” scandal, as he was questioned by MPs in a hearing that could determine his political fate.

Giving evidence on Wednesday to the Privileges Committee in the House of Commons, Johnson said: “I’m here to say to you—hand on heart—that I did not lie to the House.”