Leaks, chaos, and backroom deals - the DUP's power-sharing saga unfolds on social media!
DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson is at the center of a storm as he meets with party members to discuss UK government proposals addressing Stormont's deadlock. The closed-door meeting turned into a viral sensation as leaks spread chaos among the unionist party, trying to resolve the power-sharing boycott in Northern Ireland. Amid pressure from the UK and Irish governments, Donaldson navigates the delicate negotiations to potentially revive Stormont.
As Donaldson briefs the DUP executive on critical decisions, a group of protesters outside voices their concerns with banners reading 'Stop DUP sell-out.' The party's veto power in blocking Stormont's institutions for two years over post-Brexit concerns adds tension to the already-fraught discussions. However, a deal with the UK government to restore power-sharing seems within reach as the DUP party executive shows signs of backing the proposed measures.
In a surprising turn of events, details of the confidential meeting were leaked to loyalist blogger Jamie Bryson, causing further turmoil and raising questions about internal loyalty within the party. Despite the challenges, the prospect of Stormont's powersharing being restored brings hope for political stability in Northern Ireland.
In essence, the DUP's decision to end its power-sharing boycott marks a significant milestone in Northern Ireland's political landscape. With the potential return of devolved government and the removal of post-Brexit trade barriers, the region is on the brink of a transformative period. Stay tuned for updates as negotiations unfold and the implications of the DUP deal reverberate across the UK and Ireland.
DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson has arrived for a key meeting with party members over UK government proposals aimed at ending Stormont's power-sharing impasse.
Leaks cause chaos at gathering of unionist party to try to settle power-sharing boycott in Northern Ireland.
Updated at 21:50. Advertisement. DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson is briefing party members over Government proposals aimed at ending Stormont's powersharing ...
Jeffrey Donaldson under pressure from UK and Irish governments to recommend revival of Stormont.
Sir Jeffrey Donaldson was expected to tell executive members about the decision at a meeting on Monday.
A small group of protesters holding banners emblazoned with 'Stop DUP sell-out' gathered outside Larchfield Estate.
The party has been using a veto power to block Stormont 's devolved institutions for two years in protest at post-Brexit trading arrangements.
The Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) has agreed a deal restore power sharing to Northern Ireland, subject to legislation by the UK government.
By Jonathan McCambridge and David Young, PA. DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson is briefing party members over Government proposals aimed at ending Stormont's ...
Power sharing in Northern Ireland is set to return after the DUP party executive backed a UK government deal aimed at addressing its concerns over ...
The party has been using a veto power to block Stormont 's devolved institutions for two years in protest at post-Brexit trading arrangements.
DUP LEADER JEFFREY Donaldson is briefing party members over UK government proposals aimed at ending Stormont's powersharing impasse and is due to speak at a ...
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Power-sharing in Northern Ireland is set to return after the DUP party executive backed a UK government deal aimed at addressing its concerns over ...
Party executive supports British government deal aimed at addressing its concerns over post-Brexit trade barriers, Jeffrey Donaldson says.
Sir Jeffrey Donaldson said it was dependent on the government passing new legislation it had agreed.
Sir Jeffrey said the word 'betrayal' was used in the meeting to describe whoever leaked details of events to loyalist blogger Jamie Bryson.
Party executive supports British government deal aimed at addressing its concerns over post-Brexit trade barriers, Jeffrey Donaldson says.
Party leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson said the Government first had to implement agreed measures to address its concerns about post-Brexit trade.
The DUP used their power in protest at post-Brexit arrangements that they say have created trade barriers between Great Britain and Northern Ireland.
DUP's 130-member executive voted to end two year obstruction of Stormont following marathon behind-closed-doors talks.
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has said he will speak to British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak about the decision by the DUP to back a deal that will see a return of ...
Mr Varadkar is waiting to see the fine details of what has been agreed between the DUP and the British government.
DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson said the Stormont institutions could be back up and running within days.
Thanks to the party's boycott, public services are collapsing and there has been no government at Stormont for nearly two years, says political commentator ...
Party leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson said the Government first had to implement agreed measures to address its concerns about post-Brexit trade.
DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson said the Stormont institutions could be back up and running within days.
Reacting to the DUP's endorsement of a deal with the UK government that will end its two-year boycott of the powersharing Executive, Ms McDonald said the ...
The loyalist activist has denied he misrepresented elements of the meeting in social media posts.
Northern Ireland's political leaders hope to restore devolved government and fill ministerial posts within days after the Democratic Unionist party's ...
Jamie Bryson is an unelected loyalist commentator and blogger who has been a thorn in the side of the DUP for most of the past two years.
The "senior" DUP executive member behind leaking the speech made by party leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson was wearing a wire, the BBC understands.
An agreement by the Democratic Unionist Party to return to power-sharing with Sinn Fein after a two year boycott was greeted by widespread relief.
Details of the deal between the British government and the DUP that the party says forms the basis for its decision to return to power-sharing will be ...
Northern Ireland's largest pro-British party said on Tuesday it had agreed a deal with the United Kingdom government on the operation of post-Brexit trade ...
DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson said the plans provided a basis for Stormont's return. His party has been blocking Northern Ireland's devolved government for ...
Details of the deal between the British government and the DUP that the party says forms the basis for its decision to return to power-sharing will be ...
The UK government is set to publish details of its deal with the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) to restore Stormont power sharing later.
The new agreement means we are perhaps days way from a Sinn Fรฉin first minister or Northern Ireland.