British PM Boris Johnson's week of failure and personal humiliation

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LONDON - British Prime Minister Boris Johnson knew all along that the first week in September would provide a critical test to his government.

For Mr Johnson only came to power in late July, just as Britain's Parliament dispersed for the summer break. And, given the fact that the new prime minister was always a controversial figure, his first encounter with lawmakers after their return from holidays was bound to be difficult.

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