A warning from Romania for Britain's squabbling politicians

Before you break into a hearty rendition of "Ding dong, the witch is dead", remember that he hasn't actually stepped down yet. Brown says that if the LibDems and Labour team up, he'll hang around for a bit of continuity, before quitting by the time the next Labour party conference rolls around in September. Frankly, we won't believe he's gone until he's actually left Number 10 for the last time.