Fareham MP Suella Braverman resigns as junior Brexit minister

FAREHAM MP Suella Braverman has resigned from her role as junior Brexit minister, it has been confirmed.
Fareham MP Suella Braverman. Picture: Duncan ShepherdFareham MP Suella Braverman. Picture: Duncan Shepherd
Fareham MP Suella Braverman. Picture: Duncan Shepherd

The Brexit minister's resignation follows Brexit secretary Dominic Raab and work and pensions secretary Esther McVey's departures this morning.

Posting on Twitter, Mrs Braverman said: '˜It is with deep regret and after reflection that I have had to tender my resignation today as a Brexit minister.

'˜Thank you for the opportunity.

'˜I look forward to working to support Brexit from the backbenches.This has not been an easy decision.'

More to follow.