Politics

Blame game begins as Martin McGuinness resigns

Deputy First Minister steps down over ‘cash for ash’ and insists his health is not a factor

Northern Ireland’s former deputy first minister Martin McGuinness. “His actions have meant that, at precisely the time we need our government to be active, we will have no government,” said outgoing First Minister Arlene Foster.
Northern Ireland’s former deputy first minister Martin McGuinness. “His actions have meant that, at precisely the time we need our government to be active, we will have no government,” said outgoing First Minister Arlene Foster.
Gerry Moriarty
Mon Jan 09 2017 - 20:52

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Gerry Moriarty

Gerry Moriarty

Gerry Moriarty is the former Northern editor of The Irish Times