Summary

Amin quit drama - how the day's events unfolded

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  • Mail on Sunday claims he plotted with EDL to plan fake mosque demos.
  • Mail claims he intended to take credit for getting protest called off.
  • Mail also claims he discussed illegal payments to EDL members to support his campaign.
  • Amin suspended as candidate by Tory party until showdown meeting.
  • He denies any wrongdoing and says he was aiming to bring community cohesion.
  • Amin tells BBC he will robustly defend his position.
  • Amin quits after mounting pressure - Tory chairman welcomed the decision

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