Dorries to take revenge in explosive remaining Commons speech throughout Boris debate

Jun 16, 2023 at 9:56 AM
Dorries to take revenge in explosive remaining Commons speech throughout Boris debate

Tory MPs are speculating that Nadine Dorries is planning “one last curtain call in the Commons” with a tell-all speech in defence of Boris Johnson on Monday.

With many Conservative MPs anticipated to steer clear of the talk, the previous Culture Secretary and shut ally of Mr Johnson is tipped to be current and “unleash hell” on the previous Prime Minister’s detractors.

One Tory backbencher advised Express.co.uk: “Some of us think she has decided to delay leaving so she can speak in the debate.

“It’s going to be uncomfortable for lots of people as a result of there will likely be no actual restrictions on what she will be able to say.

“She will be protected by Parliamentary privilege so she can make a number of accusations about current ministers, perhaps most of all the Prime Minister without any legal comeback.”

Another MP speculated: “This could be Nadine’s final curtain call in the Commons.

“I can not think about we’ll see way more of her right here however it needs to be spectacular.”

The speculation comes amid continued confusion over Ms Dorries’s plans after her successor as the Tory candidate for Mid Bedfordshire was selected last night.

Last Friday she said she was resigning “with speedy impact”, however, she still has not officially quit as an MP.

The new Conservative Mid-Bedfordshire candidate is Festus Akinbusoye, the police and crime commissioner for the country.

Ms Dorries, herself, endorsed her successor last night tweeting: “My household and I are thrilled that our nice pal ⁦@Fest4BedsPCC was chosen tonight to turn into the following MP for Mid Bedfordshire.

“He is one of the best people I know. Genuine, principled with a track record of delivery. He will make an amazing MP. Congratulations Festus!”

Mr Akinbusoye although could possibly be getting ready to face in a by-election after the summer season when Ms Dorries lastly decides to stop.

Conservative Party chairman Greg Hands is already planning two by-election campaigns in Boris Johnson’s outdated seat of Uxbridge and South Ruislip and Nigel Adams’ former Selby and Ainsty seat on July 20.

He mentioned of Mr Akinbusoye: “He will protect the greenbelt, continue to work with police to cut crime and stand up for the local community.

“Looking ahead to becoming a member of him once more quickly on the marketing campaign!”