David Cameron offered Boris Johnson senior Cabinet role if he agreed not to push for Brexit
Former UK Prime Minister David Cameron offered Boris Johnson a senior Cabinet position in 2016 to secure his support for the Remain campaign. Johnson ultimately chose to support the Brexit movement, a decision that significantly altered the course of UK politics.
Why it matters
This revelation provides historical insight into the internal political maneuvering that preceded the UK's departure from the European Union.
David Cameron and Boris Johnson in 2012. Photograph: AFP/Getty View image in fullscreen David Cameron and Boris Johnson in 2012. Photograph: AFP/Getty Brexit David Cameron offered Boris Johnson senior Cabinet role if he agreed not to push for Brexit Johnson tells BBC documentary he played tennis in early 2016 with then prime minister to discuss EU referendum
The article relies on documentary evidence and direct quotes from the involved parties to recount historical events.
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