According to one report, the Prime Minister’s official jet was used by civil servants for a “fun”.
Sky News understands that a number of officials took part in the 91-minute journey through the UK – and it took place with “the usual meal for a flight”.
The Sun claims that during the 700-mile trip – reportedly costing £50,000 – a “hearty meal with a selection of alcoholic beverages” was served.
Flight data shows it took off from Stansted and headed for the Lake District before turning back.
A statement on behalf of the government, given to Sky News, said: “In order to comply with Airbus and aviation industry rules, aircraft are legally bound to operate a maintenance flight before September 4 or otherwise face significant additional maintenance costs.” .”
RAF Voyager used by Prime Minister and Royal Ramily
It was argued that the trip of several State Department officials was necessary to ensure that – after “a recent reconfiguration of the aircraft” – it would “still meet the requirements of the Minister”.
Labour’s shadow trade secretary Emily Thornberry told The Sun: “This would be absolutely disgraceful behavior at the best of times, but in the midst of our country’s current crisis, it’s shameful. tiger.”
RAF Voyager aircraft are shared between Boris Johnson and Royal family. After graying, it was repainted white, and fitted with a Jack Union on the tail in a controversial £900,000 makeover.
News of the supposedly “fun” person comes as Boris Johnson and his allies have launched a legal fight against a Commons inquiry into claims he lied to parliament about partisanship.
The investigation into Mr Johnson, by the All Parties Privilege Commission, was denounced by his allies as “a witch hunt” and “a kangaroo court” after the committee claimed it could rule against him even if he did not intentionally mislead MPs. doctor.
