Partygate: PM says he fell short and chancellor offers unreserved apology after paying fines - BBC News
Boris Johnson and Rishi Sunak attended a gathering for the PM's birthday in June 2020, when strict rules on parties were in place.
The chancellor's deputy, Chief Secretary of the Treasury Simon Clarke, is the latest minister to speak out in "full support" of his boss and the prime minister after their fines for lockdown breaches.

"Their efforts during the pandemic have ensured the UK is now free of restrictions and avoided economic catastrophe.

"I for one am grateful to them for everything they have done for our country," he said.

He said the PM has apologised and accepted the police decision, and has instituted a "comprehensive programme of reform in No 10", so it was time to "get on with the job of governing".

Scottish Secretary Alister Jack also backed the PM, saying he "remains the right person to lead this country".

So far, we've still heard no response about the fines from the chancellor, who has been under pressure for weeks after questions about his wife's business links to Russia and tax affairs.