'Not in a position to say': Ian Botham refuses to comment on peerage claims

Exclusive: Former cricketer says he must respect protocol, following reports he will enter House of LordsIan Botham has refused to comment on speculation he is to be awarded a life peerage as Boris Johnson marks his first year in Downing Street by appearing to reward Brexit supporters.The former England cricketer said he was respecting protocol, meaning he “cannot say anything at this stage”. It follows a report in the Times that suggested he would enter the House of Lords after bein