That's what multiple newspapers including The Times are reporting, yes.
Since Boris' job is on the line, he's apparently panicking and due to roll out a series of popularist policies next week.
Since Boris' job is on the line, he's apparently panicking and due to roll out a series of popularist policies next week.
I've lost track of how many times I've heard this over the past 3 years
There doesn't need to be a stalking horse any more. Once 54 letters have been submitted to the 1922 Committee then a Vote of No Confidence is held amongst Tory MPs by secret ballot. If he loses then there's a leadership election.
It used to be the case that a sitting leader had to be formally challenged (which was usually done by a stalking horse), but the rules were changed a long time ago and it's not necessary any more.