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David Cameron has been appointed Prime Minister and invited to form a Government by The Queen.

Speaking to the press in Downing Street on Tuesday evening, Mr Cameron pledged to “work hard for the common good and the national interest”.

The Prime Minister is now in the process of forming the Cabinet after yesterday’s announcement that Nick Clegg would serve as Deputy Prime Minister.

Details of the new Cabinet are being announced and will be updated throughout the day.

Number 10 has launched an official iPhone app which delivers real-time updates from the Number 10 website.

See the latest stories about the UK and Afghanistan.

Wednesday 12 May 2010

The President of France, Nicolas Sarkozy, has sent a letter of congratulations to David Cameron following his appointment as Prime Minister.

Wednesday 12 May 2010

The Prime Minister is establishing a National Security Council (NSC), which will oversee all aspects of Britain’s security.

Wednesday 12 May 2010

Her Majesty The Queen has been pleased to approve the appointment of Nick Clegg as Deputy Prime Minister.

Tuesday 11 May 2010

The two leaders reaffirmed their commitment to the UK-US special relationship during a phone conversation tonight.

Tuesday 11 May 2010

The Number 10 channel names on Flickr and YouTube have changed to Number10gov.

Monday 12 April 2010

Parliament has been dissolved. The new Parliament will be summoned to meet on Tuesday 18 May.