Boris Johnson criticizes Keir Starmer for accepting gifts amid PPE contract debate

In the UK, former Prime Minister Boris Johnson criticized current Labour leader Keir Starmer for accepting gifts, questioning his financial need given his legal career. Johnson defended his government's controversial decisions during the Covid pandemic, particularly regarding the awarding of PPE contracts to inexperienced suppliers, some with ties to ministers. He acknowledged the dubious nature of these contracts but emphasized the urgency of acquiring PPE at the time. Johnson's remarks come as he promotes his memoir, 'Unleashed,' and reflect ongoing tensions between the Conservative and Labour parties over ethics and governance.