How to watch Boris Johnson become Prime Minister on TV
BBC and ITV will have live coverage of all the action
Well, it's really happening. Few could have predicted it even two years ago, but after storming the Conservative leadership contest, Boris Johnson is set to be anointed as Prime Minister today. While our politics can seem chaotic nowadays, the handover is an occasion predicated on tradition, ceremony and, most of all, a regular timetable.
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When does Boris Johnson officially become Prime Minister?
Boris will become Queen Elizabeth II's 14th Prime Minister this afternoon. He is set to have a meeting with the Queen at Buckingham Palace, where she will invite him to form a government. Then, he will make a speech outside 10 Downing Street before entering the building for the first time in his new role.
Later on in the day, he is expected to announce his most senior cabinet appointments, including Chancellor, Home Secretary and Foreign Secretary.
How can I watch Boris Johnson become Prime Minister on TV?
BBC and ITV will broadcast live News Specials surrounding the event from 1.45pm (BBC1) and 2pm (ITV) on Wednesday 24th July.
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BBC's coverage will be presented by Huw Edwards and Sophie Raworth, while ITV's will be hosted by Nina Hossein, with contribution from Robert Peston, Chris Ship and Paul Brand.
