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He said: "Today I’ve received a fixed penalty notice from the Metropolitan Police relating to an event in Downing Street on 19 June 2020. "Let me say immediately I have paid the

fine and I once again offer a full apology. "And in the spirit of openness and humility, I want to be completely clear about what happened on that date." He went on to admit that

he didn't realise he was breaching the rules following a "brief gathering" at Downing Street. The Prime Minister added: "I understand the anger many will feel that I

myself fell short when it came to observing the very rules the Government I lead had introduced to protect the public. And I accept in all sincerity that people have the right to expect

better. "Now I feel an even greater sense of obligation to deliver on the priorities of the British people, strengthening our economy, creating jobs and opportunities, levelling up

across the whole of the United Kingdom and now, of course, ensuring that Putin fails in Ukraine and easing the burden on hard-working families caused by higher energy prices. "I will

take forward that task with due humility but with maximum determination to fulfil my duty and do what is best for the country I serve. Thanks very much." LIAM HALLIGAN'S ON THE

MONEY AIRS WEEKDAYS AT 1PM ON GB NEWS.