UK police set to issue fines in 'partygate' scandal
ABC News
British police are getting ready to issue a first batch of fines over parties held by Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s staff during coronavirus lockdowns
LONDON -- British police are getting ready to issue a first batch of fines over parties held by Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s staff during coronavirus lockdowns.
The Metropolitan Police declined to confirm reports multiple U.K. media outlets that fines would come as soon as Tuesday, saying it wouldn't give “a running commentary” on its investigation.
Dozens of politicians and officials have been investigated over allegations that the government flouted the rules that it imposed on the country during the pandemic.
London’s Metropolitan Police sent questionnaires to more than 100 people, including the prime minister, and interviewed witnesses as part of the investigation.
