UK's Metropolitan Police Close Investigation into Partygate Scandal, Fines Issued to Over 100 People

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A thorough and impartial investigation into COVID-19 lockdown rule violations at parties attended by Prime Minister Boris Johnson has come to a close, with the Metropolitan Police issuing 126 fines to partygoers. The investigation, led by Acting Deputy Commissioner Helen Ball, spanned eight events between May 20, 2020, and April 16, 2021, resulting in significant fines ranging from £30 to £10,000 for 126 individuals, including 53 men and 73 women. The police decision to close the investigation now clears the way for the publication of a report by senior civil servant Sue Gray, who had been delayed until the conclusion of the police inquiry.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Metropolitan Police investigation into lockdown rule violations at parties attended by Prime Minister Boris Johnson has been completed, with 126 fines issued to partygoers.
  • The investigation spanned eight events between May 20, 2020, and April 16, 2021, resulting in fines ranging from £30 to £10,000.
  • 53 men and 73 women received fines, with some receiving multiple fines.
  • The police have confirmed that no further action will be taken against Prime Minister Boris Johnson, who was previously fined for breaking lockdown rules.
  • Senior civil servant Sue Gray's report on the lockdown violations will be published, following the conclusion of the police investigation.

Statistics:

  • 126 fines were issued to partygoers as a result of the investigation.
  • The fines ranged from £30 to £10,000.
  • 53 men and 73 women received fines.
  • The investigation spanned 8 events between May 20, 2020, and April 16, 2021.
  • Prime Minister Boris Johnson and Treasury chief Rishi Sunak were previously fined for breaking lockdown rules.

Sources:

  • BBC News: Metropolitan Police end investigation into lockdown parties
  • The Guardian: Met police close investigation into partygate scandal
  • The Times: Boris Johnson fined for breaking lockdown rules (date not specified)