A historic week in British politics ends in Boris Johnson's resignation | ITV News

Months of turbulence marred by a series of scandals around Downing Street came to a head on Thursday with the prime minister announcing his impending resignation.

Boris Johnson finally bowed to growing pressure from within Conservative ranks and confirmed he will step down as leader of the party once a successor has been elected.

His resignation didn't come easy - dozens went before he took to the podium outside No. 10 - in what capped off an unprecedented week of politics in Westminster.

Here's a look at some of the unwanted records broken over the most tumultuous 48 hours of Mr Johnson's premiership.

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