May’s allies planning for her to remain PM until 2021
Theresa May’s allies are determined to keep her in power until 2021 as support for her Brexit plans grows, according to The Times .
Those close to the prime minister say there is growing confidence that she will succeed with her Brexit agreement, and that she should stay in power to see the deal through.
Just a week ago Mrs May’s senior colleagues were preparing for a second referendum without her knowledge, and now, according to those close to the party, there are a number of MPs preparing to support her withdrawal agreement.
It’s thought that Mrs May herself might have been involved in discussions, and would see her ride through two more reshuffles between now and 2021.
This would allow her to slay the old guard and create a new strata of loyal ministers. There ...