Gordon Brown resigns as prime minister

Gordon Brown has announced his resignation as prime minister. David Cameron is expected to arrive at Buckingham Palace shortly to accept an invitation by the Queen to form a government, with him taking over as PM.

Mr Brown had decided to resign following days of talks between the Liberal Democrats and Conservatives, who are set to form a coalition government.
 
Mr Brown spoke outside No 10 Downing Street with wife Sarah by his side and said he had "loved the job" and it had been "a privilege to serve". He wished "the next prime minister well" before leaving with Sarah and his two sons to meet the Queen at Buckingham Palace.
 
Read Gordon Brown's resignation speech in full