AFP or licensors Michael Gove has been criticised by cabinet colleagues for acting like he is auditioning for the role of Chancellor
In a recent discussion on the economy, Gove reportedly made references to an obscure directive and in other meetings, has made a point of using "lots of long, economicky words."
A Cabinet source told the Times: “He was the only one auditioning.
“Others just contributed to a discussion on the industrial strategy without giving the impression of this being the culmination of lengthy rehearsals.”
Ahead of next week's budget reveal, the Chancellor is under pressure to win back young voters and prove that he is up to the job – with senior figures predicting his dismissal regardless of what policies he announces.
