UK PM Rishi Sunak Says 'Sorry' for Not Wearing Seat Belt to Film Social Media Video in Moving Car
Spokesman Jamie Davies said the prime minister “fully accepts this was a mistake and apologises.” “The prime minister believes everyone should wear a seat belt,” he said.
London, January 19: UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak apologised on Thursday for taking off his seat belt to film a social media video in a moving car. A spokesman said Sunak made an “error of judgment” while filming a message for Instagram from the back of an official government car during a visit to northwest England. Rishi Sunak Hosted Lunch on Thai Pongal? Viral Video Showing Officials Relishing Traditional Food on Banana Leaves Not Related to UK PM's Office, Know the Real Story Here.
Spokesman Jamie Davies said the prime minister “fully accepts this was a mistake and apologises.” “The prime minister believes everyone should wear a seat belt,” he said. Rishi Sunak Fined 100 Pounds by UK Police for Not Wearing Seat Belt While Filming Video in Moving Car.
Failing to wear a seat belt is punishable in the UK by a fine of up to 500 pounds (USD 620). Sunak's travel arrangements also drew criticism after it emerged he took a 28-minute flight on a taxpayer-funded jet from northwest to northeast England as he promoted government funding for community projects on Thursday.
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