Leader of the House of Commons Robin Cook has resigned from the cabinet minutes before an emergency meeting of ministers.
Downing Street announced his resignation shortly after an emergency Cabinet had gathered at 4pm.
A Number 10 spokeswoman said: "Robin Cook met the Prime Minister before cabinet and has resigned from the Government."
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