Independence Party and euroskeptics in his own party, Cameron called a referendum on membership of the 28-nation bloc. He gambled that voters would choose to remain, after a cathartic debate that would resolve Conservative Party divisions on Europe. Cameron steps down Wednesday after six years as prime minister — like Blair, defined by a historic blunder. Britain’s Prime Minister David Cameron leaves 10 Downing Street, in London to face prime minister’s questions for the last time Wednesday, July 13, 2016. Cameron will be appearing before Parliament as prime minister for the last time before handing over to successor Theresa May.

Source: Washington Post July 13, 2016 05:12 UTC