Labour's Ed Miliband: 'Margaret Thatcher broke the mould'

Labour leader Ed Miliband has paid tribute to Baroness Thatcher, saying she ''broke the mould'' and had the ability to ''overcome every obstacle in her path.''

"I disagreed with much of what she did, but I respect what her death means for many, many people who admired her, and I honour her personal achievements,'' said Mr Miliband.

MPs have been returned to the House of Commons for a specially convened session following the death of the former prime minister on Monday.

Prime Minister David Cameron opened the debate by describing Baroness Thatcher as an "extraordinary leader and an extraordinary woman.''