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‘Inconsistencies’ in Dominic Cummings’ story, says senior Tory

‘Inconsistencies’ in Dominic Cummings’ story, says senior Tory

Exclusive: Penny Mordaunt offers ‘deepest regrets’ to constituents as lockdown row rumbles on

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Penny Mordaunt, a senior government minister, has said there are “inconsistencies” in Dominic Cummings’ account of his actions during lockdown and apologised for how recent days have “undermined key public health messages”.

In an email sent to constituents, seen by the Guardian, Mordaunt said Cummings’ continued position as Boris Johnson’s chief adviser was a “matter for the prime minister” but she also she could “fully understand how angry people are” and believed there was no doubt he “took risks”.

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