Boris Johnson's former Brexit minister Lord Frost could stand as a Conservative ... trends now

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Former Brexit Minister Lord Frost is considering standing as a Conservative candidate at the next General Election – ahead of a possible leadership bid if the Tories lose to Sir Keir Starmer.

Friends of the peer who dramatically quit last year – criticising restrictions to try to contain Covid – say that he has alerted Tory headquarters to his interest in becoming an MP.

A source said: ‘If he does stand, it will be because he thinks he has a chance to lead the party at some point.’ 

A friend added: ‘Frosty has indicated his interest in standing next time and had a couple of conversations with people in the party. He will consider whether it is a runner in the New Year.’