Michael Gove

Treasury Will Not Analyse Impact Of Boris Johnson's Brexit Deal, Rishi Sunak Says

Chancellor also warns of "tough choices" ahead on spending cuts or tax rises to pay for massive coronavirus support package.
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Face Masks Won't Be Compulsory In Food Takeaway Shops

Days after Michael Gove was spotted without face covering in Pret a Manger.
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Face Mask Law Could Last Until Coronavirus Vaccine Found, Says Matt Hancock

But health secretary says people will not be forced to wear face coverings in offices.
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Michael Gove Finds Out The Hard Way That Boris Johnson Really Is The Boss

No face-saving for the Cabinet Office minister. But will the new guidance leave the public confused?
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PM To Decide 'In Next Few Days' If Face Coverings In Shops Should Be Mandatory

PM says coverings have "great deal of value in confined spaces" but government guidance means they are not yet compulsory. That could change.
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'Work From Home If You Can' But Also 'Come Back To Work', Says Robert Buckland

The justice secretary was asked to be "clear" about government guidance for workers in an interview with ITV News.
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Face Coverings Should 'Perhaps' Be Made Mandatory In Shops, Says Justice Secretary

Robert Buckland says government prepared to "nudge" people further, despite Michael Gove having rejected compulsory rule.
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Go Back To Work To 'Fire Up' Economy, Michael Gove Urges Public

Change in government advice comes as minister says face coverings in shops "basic good manners" not mandatory.
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Theresa May Blasts Boris Johnson For Appointing Security Adviser With 'No Expertise'

Former PM says Brexit aide David Frost is a "political appointee".
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UK 'Formally Confirms' It Will Not Extend Brexit Transition Period

The decision, announced by Michael Gove, comes amid fears of the economic impact of coronavirus.
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About Michael Gove
According to his website: "Michael was first elected as Member of Parliament for Surrey Heath in May 2005. He served as Shadow Minister for Housing & Planning and Shadow Secretary of State for Children, Schools & Families. Following the 2010 General Election, he was appointed as Secretary of State for Education. "A journalist by profession, he has used his position as a writer for The Times and a broadcaster on the BBC to fight for greater personal freedom, a tougher line on crime, a more dynamic economy, a cleaner environment, stronger defence and a better deal for hard-pressed families. His most recent book, Celsius 7/7, was released in 2006 to much critical acclaim."