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Supporters of British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's ruling Conservative party cheer and celebrate as they follow the results of Thursday's snap election, with Johnson appearing on course for a sweeping victory according to an exit poll, paving the way for Britain to leave the EU next month after years of political deadlock. IMAGES
Eurosceptic Nigel Farage, head of the Brexit Pary, says fellow Brexit champion and British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has 48 hours to persuade him that he "genuinely wants a clean Brexit" ahead of Thursday's general election. Farage has struggled to compete against Johnson, who warned against splitting the Leave vote. To prevent that from happening, Farage withdrew Brexit Party candidates in hundreds of seats in the run-up to the election. SOUNDBITE
Former leader of the UK Independence Party (UKIP) Nigel Farage joined Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump during a campaign rally in Jackson, Mississippi, Wednesday. Commenting on Brexit, Farage stated "We made June the 23rd our independence day, when we smashed the establishment." He went on to slam Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton saying "I wouldn't vote for Hillary Clinton if you'd pay me. In fact I wouldn't vote for Hillary Clinton if she'd pay me."
Banks breathe a sigh of relief as Britain's Conservatives win shock election victory. But the financial services industry remains concerned about a referendum which could see Britain leave the EU. Kirsty Basset reports.
UK Independence Party leader Nigel Farage steps down after losing his seat in Britain's national election. Rough cut (no reporter narration).