Comment
Deirdre Heenan: Continuity leader Robinson faces tough battle to hold divided DUP together
The anti-deal wing of the party could seize on this crisis as an opportunity to regain control of the political narrative
The resignation of Jeffrey Donaldson, following charges of historical sexual offences continues to reverberate through the political landscape of the North, raising questions about the future of the DUP and the newly restored devolved government.
Following the announcement of Donaldson’s resignation, the party officers unanimously appointed Gavin Robinson as the interim leader to fill the vacuum left by the leader’s shock departure.
The DUP moved quickly to the address the fallout of the devastating revelations. ...
