Charles Kennedy’s former deputy Menzies Campbell was today clear favourite to succeed him as Liberal Democrat leader.

Charles Kennedy bowed to the inevitable today and resigned as Liberal Democrat leader, two days after admitting a drink problem.

British Liberal Democrats party leader Charles Kennedy has resigned.

The British Liberal Democrats party leader Charles Kennedy today announced he was resigning as Liberal Democrat leader, two days after he admitted a drink problem.

The British Liberal Democrats party leader Charles Kennedy sparked speculation that he is about to quit as Liberal Democrat leader today by announcing a surprise public statement.