BORDERS MP John Lamont has given his support to prime minister Theresa May.

Earlier this week, the member for Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk said he would vote against the government on the Brexit withdrawal agreement.

Tory MPs then triggered a vote of no-confidence in the PM.

But Mr Lamont says Mrs May has his backing.

He also told us: “I will certainly be supporting the Prime Minister. I may not support the Brexit agreement which has been negotiated as it currently stands but I know that the Prime Minister is the best person for the job and I have repeatedly said that in public. 

“This contest is an unnecessary distraction which has come at a crucial time in the Brexit negotiations but I am confident that tomorrow Theresa May will be continuing those negotiations.”

A ballot is expected to be held this evening between 6pm and 8pm.