The prime minister was not aware of the “specific messages” sent by Gavin Williamson, a cabinet minister has said.
Oliver Dowden was asked what No 10 knew about expletive-laden texts printed in The Sunday Times.
Rishi Sunak appointed Sir Gavin a minister of state at the Cabinet Office – a promotion for him after being a backbencher during Liz Truss’ government.
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