What's happened
Boris Johnson is appearing before the Privileges Committee to determine if he deliberately misled Parliament about the Partygate scandal.
Why it matters
The outcome of the hearing could determine Boris Johnson's political future and potentially lead to his suspension as an MP.
What the papers say
The Independent says Johnson admitted misleading MPs but denied doing so intentionally or recklessly, while The Guardian highlights his defense that his statements were made in good faith. The Telegraph focuses on Johnson's acceptance that he misled Parliament but insists it was done in good faith based on what he knew at the time.
How we got here
The Partygate scandal emerged in late 2021, with allegations of lockdown-breaking parties in Downing Street. Johnson initially denied the allegations but later admitted that his statements were incorrect.
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