Conservative Member of parliament for South West Devon Sir Gary Streeter has also added his name to the list of MP’s who are submitting letters of no confidence in prime minister Boris Johnson.

In a social media post earlier this evening Mr Streeter cited the recent scandal surrounding ’partygate’ saying: "I cannot reconcile the pain and sacrifice of the vast majority of the British Public during lockdown with the attitude and activities of those working in Downing Street.

"Accordingly, I have now submitted a letter seeking a motion of no confidence in the Prime Minister."

Mt Streeter assured constituents that he would continue to serve members of his constituency adding:"I will focus on serving the residents of South West Devon."