BREAKING NEWS: Boris Johnson set to attempt to return to Westminster

It was inevitable but it is excellent news: Boris Johnson has decided to stand for Parliament again at next year’s elections.

Will Boris Johnson eventually get to live at Number 10?
Will Boris Johnson eventually get to live at Number 10?
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The Mayor of London this morning announced he will “try to find somewhere to stand” as an MP but won’t be quitting City Hall before his term ends in 2016.

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Johnson commented:

“I think in all probability I will try to find somewhere to stand. It is highly unlikely I will be successful in that venture but I will try that”.

The Steeple Times, for one, will definitely be backing Boris. He’s the best hope the Tories have got.

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