Blunkett resigns over fast-tracking of nanny visa letter

BRITISH Home Secretary David Blunkett resigned last night after an inquiry found his office was involved in “fast-tracking” his ex-lover Kimberly Quinn’s nanny’s application to stay in Britain.

Whitehall mandarin Alan Budd discovered there was a fax and an email from Mr Blunkett’s office discussing the case and the Home Secretary told Prime Minister Tony Blair he would resign forthwith.

Mr Blunkett insisted he had no personal recollection of dealing with the case but accepted full responsibility.