Tory leadership: One candidate surges past Boris Johnson (Image: GETTY)
Following Theresa May’s resignation announcement, the former Foreign Secretary was the instant favourite to replace her as next the Prime Minister. According to The Daily Mail, Environment Secretary Michael Gove has now edged ahead of Mr Johnson despite criticism from some within his party over his no deal Brexit stance. Mr Gove has now received the support of 26 MPs despite not publicly outlining his Brexit strategy.
One campaign source said: “Michael is ready to deliver Brexit at the earliest possible opportunity.
“Simply trying to go for a No Deal before the UK is properly prepared will lead to a general election with Jeremy Corbyn in Downing Street and risks Brexit being cancelled altogether.
“It’s not enough to believe in Brexit – you’ve got to be able to deliver it.”
Mr Gove received criticism for his caution over a no deal Brexit namely from Brexiteers, Priti Patel and Iain Duncan Smith.
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