'Let the bodies pile high': Johnson did make controversial remark despite denials, veteran aide claims

Tuesday, 7 November 2023
Boris Johnson said he would rather "let the bodies pile high" than impose another lockdown in September 2020, according to one of his most veteran aides - despite the former prime minister denying making the remark several times.

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