Prime Minister`s support for Dominic Cummings a ‘failure of leadership` – SNP
(World News UK)

The Prime Minister`s backing of Dominic Cummings on allegations of breaking lockdown restrictions “displays a failure of leadership and undermines his own public health message”, according to the SNP`s Westminster deputy leader. Speaking at the UK Government`s coronavirus briefing, Boris Johnson said his top aide had “acted responsibly, legally and with integrity”. He said Mr Cummings` trip from London to Country Durham during lockdown in March was justified as he had to “find the right kind of childcare”. Initially, it was suggested Mr Cummings drove 250 miles between London and Durham despite the guidelines on travelling, and while showing symptoms of coronavirus. Prime Minister Boris...