UK Prime Minister Gordon Brown Resignation Accepted By The Queen

British Prime Minister Gordon Brown and his family leave 10 Downing Street.
(Jeff J Mitchell, Getty Images / May 11, 2010)

Gordon Brown Resigns As UK Prime Minister -- BBC

Gordon Brown has announced he is resigning as UK prime minister.

Mr Brown has officially tendered his resignation to the Queen at Buckingham Palace, and recommended Conservative leader David Cameron succeed him.

Speaking alongside his wife Sarah outside No 10 Downing Street, he said the job had been "a privilege" and wished his successor well.

Mr Brown is also stepping down as Labour leader and as an MP with immediate effect.

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