The party is over, Boris. It isn’t just Christians who want integrity. The voters do too
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Emma Fowle2021-12-17T16:16:00
From wallpapergate to alleged Christmas parties which broke lockdown rules, it seems the public are finally tiring of politician’s lies. It’s about time, says Emma Fowle. Christians needs to stand up for integrity and honesty in public life
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