Davis resigns

Thursday, 12 Jun 2008 15:01

Smith: Tories have fallen into disarray

Thursday, 12, Jun 2008 12:00

Jacqui Smith, home secretary, comments on David Davis resignation as an MP:

"Faced with a crucial decision on the safety and protection of the British public, the Conservatives have collapsed into total disarray on what is their first big policy test since they have come under greater scrutiny.

"David Cameron must come clean on what has really happened and why David Davis has really resigned."

Grieve: I understand David's brave stand

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