Cameron stepped down as prime minister in June, hours after Britain voted to leave the European Union, and handed over the reins of power to his successor Theresa May in July. "In my view, the circumstances of my resignation as prime minister and the realities of modern politics make it very difficult to continue (as a member of parliament)... without the risk of becoming a diversion," Cameron said in a statement Monday. His media appearances since have been in pictures of him holidaying with his family. "Obviously I’m going to have to start to build a life outside Westminster," he was quoted as saying by ITV in an interview. "I’m only 49 and I hope I can still contribute in terms of public service and contribute to our country," he said.His decision was welcomed by allies.Former foreign secretary William Hague wrote on Twitter: "Right decision by David Cameron to leave Commons - former Prime Ministers are either accused of doing too little or being a distraction.

Source: The Nation Bangkok September 12, 2016 15:22 UTC