Boris Johnson's new spin doctor dressed as chicken to taunt David Cameron

Boris Johnson's spin doctor dressed as a chicken to mock David Cameron during his time as Tory leader.
By Press Association
Published 30th Jul 2019, 09:50 BST
Updated 30th Jul 2019, 10:50 BST
Lee Cain, who dressed as a chicken for the Daily Mirror campaign, has been named as Director of Communications for Prime Minister Boris Johnson. Picture: Johnny Green/PALee Cain, who dressed as a chicken for the Daily Mirror campaign, has been named as Director of Communications for Prime Minister Boris Johnson. Picture: Johnny Green/PA
Lee Cain, who dressed as a chicken for the Daily Mirror campaign, has been named as Director of Communications for Prime Minister Boris Johnson. Picture: Johnny Green/PA

Lee Cain donned the Daily Mirror's chicken costume to poke fun at the then Conservative leader in the run-up to the 2010 general election.The former journalist is now at the heart of Mr Johnson's Downing Street operation - and had to contend with the chicken following around his own boss during the Tory leadership contest.

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