Whoever finally wields the knife, few MPs believe Boris Johnson can stay

Analysis: The wave of resignations and drip, drip of no-confidence letters means even loyalist backbenchers are deserting the PM

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Boris Johnson’s allies hoped the moment of maximum danger had passed on Tuesday evening, after the shock resignations of Sajid Javid and Rishi Sunak were followed – albeit after a long pause – by promises of support from the rest of his cabinet.

Hand-picked by the prime minister for their loyalty, most opted to stay in place rather than head for the backbenches.

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