The presentation of the resignation request, which is irrevocable

The presentation of the resignation request, which is irrevocable – Paulo Portas presents his resignation from the Government on the 2^nd of July, 2013. Early anticipations seem to be the most likely scenario. However, the resignation is revocable and Paulo Portas ends up coming back and for the position of vice-prime-minister. The soundbite goes down in History: “with the presentation of the resignation request, which is irrevocable, I follow my conscience and there’s nothing else I can do”