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GORDON Brown acknowledged his personal failings and paid a heartfelt tribute to his family when he resigned last night after a day of high political drama.
In extraordinary scenes outside Downing Street, Mr Brown appeared close to tears when he admitted that his premiership was over. The Labour leader finally accepted he could not cling on to office any longer and tendered his resignation to the Queen.See the full content of this document
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High Drama As No10 Changes Hands in Minutes
After three years in Number 10, which have seen his character flaws exposed to the most intense scrutiny, Mr Brown said: "I have been privileged to learn much about the very best in human nature and a fair amount too about its frailties - including my own."
In a short but dignified speech, he praised his staff and the armed forces, saying he would never forget those who had...See the full content of this document
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