The UK’s Labour deputy leader Tom Watson announced he will step down from parliament after 35 years reopening the debate about the party’s direction under Jeremy Corbyn.
In a letter to Mr Corbyn released by Labour, Mr Watson says his resignation was “personal, not political,” as the two shared significant political differences.
Mr Corbyn also said he enjoyed “convivial” chats with Mr Waston, and he hoped the horseradish plant he gave Waston will thrive.
“Few people have given as much to the Labour movement as you have and I know that many thousands of members and trade unionists that you have inspired and worked with over the years will be very sorry to see you go” He added.