British Prime Minister Gordon Brown today offered to hold talks with Liberal Democrat leader Nick Clegg on the formation of a new government, if his discussions with David Cameron fail to reach an agreement.

British Prime Minister Gordon Brown fired the starting pistol on a round of horse-trading over a coalition administration today as he asked the head of the civil service to provide support to parties engaged in discussions on the formation of a government.

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