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