The Queen is now expected to call on the leader of the opposition, David Cameron to form the next government.
Speaking to the press outside the official residence of the prime minister,No 10 Downing Street, brown said it was a “privilege to serve”.
12.5.2010
6:15
Gordon Brown resigns
London - British Prime Minister, Gordon Brown (pictured) has gone to Buckingham Palace to tender his resignation to Queen Elizabeth.