Michael Gove, a leading contender to replace British Prime Minister Theresa May,...
FILE PHOTO - Britain's Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Michael Gove, who is running to succeed Theresa May as Prime Minister, leaves his home in London, Britain, May 28, 2019. REUTERS/Peter Nicholls
The Daily Mail on Friday quoted Gove as saying he had taken the drug at social gatherings when he was a young journalist The revelation comes as the contest to replace May is gathering pace with candidates arguing over the rights and wrongs of a so-called no-deal Brexit, or leaving the EU without a deal.
Candidates must announce whether they are standing in the contest by Monday. The selection process should be completed by the end of July.
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