What on earth was going on with Gove?

Watching it again, it seems that both the MP to his right, and the Speaker to his left- became aware of it- but tried very hard to ignore it.

At first I thought the Facebook one was doctored, but I've watched it a few times and the other people are not making strange movements.

He does look drunk - wonder what time of day it was.

notspaghetti

This is from January but still quite funny:

m.youtube.com/watch?v=kQSbav9GFfI

It was after he admitted to using Cocaine.

I agree Oldwoman.
Apart from looking as though he might be going to pick his nose at one point (but decided against it) and a slight spasm towards his left side at the end of the clip, which could have been anything or nothing, I couldn’t see anything untoward in his demeanour.

The shortage of doctors can be immediately solved just by getting GNs to take over as some seem to be able to diagnose someone just from a short film clip.

Yes, lemongrove I completely agree with you.

Who knows? Several bad nights with little sleep recently saw me both dropping a mug of tea and later almost falling over.
Medication of certain kinds can also have an effect, or it could be a glass of vino too much at lunchtime for Gove.
People are always quick to judge ( like Merkel shaking) but in truth, it could be almost any reason.

I’ve no idea what state he was in it was your word not mine Jura. I think you were implying he was drunk or on drugs. If he was he is a disgrace and should be sacked but the point I’m making is we don’t know. I must admit it did look like it but I cannot believe he would be allowed in the chamber in that state.

Boosgran: 'what state was he in? ' is a question, not an accusation of anything.

I did not write 'what state was he in !!!'

and yes, due to his Seniority- it is a relevant question. Thank you.

isn't he one of the top tories who admitted substance abuse,in that case it could be anything stuffed up his nose or smoked or just taking advantage of the subsidised bars in the H ofC.
Isn't it time we got rid of the bars anyway...anyone else drinking in the workplace would be fired on the spot so why would this eegit be allowed to stay at work in the position he's in,unless Johnston is looking for a fall guy?

How do you know he didn’t seek help?

Ah, its ok.
I'll be quiet too now (probably)

If he was unwell he'd have surely sought help?

Thank you jura2, interesting link. He looks like he is not in control of his faculties, which surely needs investigation, given his seniority.

Sorry no MissA that was to jura2.

Who, me?

Stop making accusations when you have no idea of the true facts.

I would absolutely say he is paralytic.

I was thinking before watching the clip that maybe he was unwell, but its so obvious it looks like he can barely hold himself up.

No I won’t ignore Jura2 - what state was he in? Are you implying he was drunk? What evidence, and I know how keen you are on evidence you are do you have about his ‘state’?

Wouldn't you say, that at this crucial time- it is concerning to see the person who has the following responsibilities:

After the Prime Minister, he is the most senior minister in the Cabinet Office. He is responsible for:

Ensuring the UK is ready to leave the EU on 31 October, with or without a deal
Oversight of all government departments’ preparations for Brexit
Oversight of all communications and other government interventions to ensure businesses and citizens get ready for Brexit
Chairing and deputy chairing Cabinet committees
Oversight of the devolution consequences of Brexit

Perhaps?

Anyone present in the House in that State is of concern, I'd say. But Gove has a Senior Rôle in serious matters currently, so it is serioulsy concerning, imho. He is the most Senior Officer in the Cabinet office after all.

If you don't care- that is up to you. Just ignore.

Why?

Chewbacca, this was yesterday- so old news?

I care, boosgran.

Maybe he was unwell. Who cares?