Mr. David Cameron is on his way out as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom after the majority of British voted on Thursday that their country should leave the European Union (EU).
The PM had urged the country to vote Remain but was defeated by 52% to 48% despite London, Scotland and Northern Ireland backing staying in.
Speaking outside 10 Downing Street moments after the official result was released yesterday, an emotional Cameron said “fresh leadership” was needed.
“The British people have voted to leave the European Union and their will must be respected.The will of the British people is an instruction that must be delivered,” he said as he choked back tears .
He will step down in October.
Former Mayor of London and public face of Vote Leave,Boris Johnson is being touted as a likely successor.
He began to set out his vision for a revitalised, outward looking country in a speech just hours after his long-time rival tearfully declared that he would stand aside in the aftermath of the referendum.
He said there was “no need for haste” about severing the UK’s ties.
He said voters had “searched in their hearts” and the UK now had a “glorious opportunity” to pass its own laws, set its own taxes and control its own borders.
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