Thread by @alexwickham

Boris Johnson categorically rules out the UK being a member of the EU beyond October 31. Tells @rosskempsell that date is "do or die" and rules out extending Article 50 in any circumstances – his strongest public position to date and extremely tough to row back from

Johnson tells @rosskempsell that "more than a change" to the withdrawal agreement is needed. "We need a new withdrawal agreement" if we are going to leave with a deal. Think that is also his strongest line on the backstop / ripping up the WA

Johnson says Jeremy Hunt does not believe in Brexit and cannot deliver it. Tells @rosskempsell: "I fought for Brexit and believe in it, unlike any other candidate in this election."

Also brands May government "pathetic" and claims: "We haven't really wanted to come out."

Boris Johnson reveals he relaxes by making wooden models of London buses: "I paint the passengers enjoying themselves"

@rosskempsell: "Right"