Boris Johnson to be UK’s next prime minister

(FASTNEWS|COLOMBO) – Boris Johnson wins the Conservative leadership contest, it has been announced. He has beaten Jeremy Hunt to be named the next prime minister.

Boris Johnson says It was a privilege to serve in Theresa May’s cabinet and see the passion and determination she brought to the many causes that are her legacy.

He says it is an “extraordinary honour and privilege” to be elected Tory leader.