In his resignation letter he blamed the “dilution” of what he said was a firm Chequers agreement, delays to the white paper, and omissions from the “backstop” customs proposal that would leave the UK in a “weak negotiating position” at best. He says his role requires an “enthusiastic believer” in May’s approach rather than a “reluctant conscript”.
He was followed by deputy, Steve Baker, but reports that another Brexit minister Suella Braverman, had also quit proved to be incorrect.
Theresa May responded with a letter voicing her sorrow that…
