Downing Street and the Democratic Unionist Party say they are still in discussions over a possible deal to secure support for a minority Conservative government. Yesterday, Downing Street announced a deal had been agreed in principle – but both sides then issued statements saying talks were ongoing. <br/>The Tories need the support of the DUP's 10 MPs for a Commons majority. No 10 described it as a "confidence and supply" deal rather than a coalition. Prime Minister Theresa May is under pressure after Thursday's general election left her without a majority.

Downing Street and the Democratic Unionist Party say they are still in discussions over a possible deal to secure support for a minority Conservative government. Yesterday, Downing Street announced a deal had been agreed in principle – but both sides then issued statements saying talks were ongoing. <br/>The Tories need the support of the DUP's 10 MPs for a Commons majority. No 10 described it as a "confidence and supply" deal rather than a coalition. Prime Minister Theresa May is under pressure after Thursday's general election left her without a majority.