The UK’s last prime minister but one is to join GB News as a commentator from the New Year.
Boris Johnson will present a series that showcases the power of Britain around the world and will host programmes with live audiences. He will play a key role in the right-leaning channel’s coverage of the next general election, expected in 2024. However, he is not expected to host a regular show.
Although no longer a Conservative MP himself, Johnson will join a roster of Conservative MPs, including MPs Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg, Lee Anderson, Esther McVey and Philip Davies, and the former Ukip leader Nigel Farage. Regulator Ofcom is currently investigating 12 complaints against GB News, many in connection with its use of sitting MPs as presenters in the news environment.
“GB News is an insurgent channel with a loyal and growing following. I am excited to say I will be joining shortly – and offering my frank opinions on world affairs,” said Johnson.
“I will be talking about the immense opportunities for Global Britain – as well as the challenges – and why our best days are yet to come.”
GB News, which rails against what it calls ‘Mainstream Media’ is owned by the investment firm Legatum and the multi-millionaire hedge fund manager Paul Marshall.
