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Brexit supporters called on Nigel Farage to be knighted after MPs voted overwhelmingly to give the Government power to trigger Britain’s split from the European Union.

Mr Farage was quickly inundated with congratulatory tweets after he posted a message shortly after the Commons backed the historic European Union (Notification of Withdrawal) Bill.

The former Ukip leader, who strongly campaigned for Britain to leave the EU, tweeted: “I never thought I'd see the day where the House of Commons overwhelmingly voted for Britain to Leave the European Union.”

And he was soon hit with calls to be honoured in recognition for his part in the vote with one enthusiastic supporter hailing him “Lord Farage of Brexit”.

Purple Patriot tweeted: “All down to you Sir Nigel!”

Liam Edwards wrote: “History made Nigel, all thanks to you!

Another said: “Miracles do happen when people are tired of incompetence (EU). Well done, sir!”

One posted: “@Nigel_Farage the face on #ginamiller must be an absolute picture. Still, she got her 15 minutes of fame. Nigel, you should be KNIGHTED.”

And Tim Newling wrote: “@Nigel_Farage Take a bow Sir Nigel, it's all down to you.”

MPs voted in favour of the bill at its third reading on Wednesday by 494 to 122 - a majority of 372.