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Boris Johnson is accused of absconding during a visit to Tiverton and Honiton

Boris Johnson was accused of “hiding away from the people” during a brief visit to Tiverton and Honiton as Conservatives struggled to retain their seats in the upcoming by-elections.

The Liberal Democrats criticized the prime minister’s modest visit to the Devon constituency after he was spotted meeting with party candidate Helen Herford and a small group of tea farmers.

Tory officials shared a photo of Mr Johnson at Ditchetts Farm in Tiverton, and the National Agricultural Union (NFU) said the prime minister had discussed food security with local officials.