29-03-2024 14:44 via fraservalleytoday.ca

The leader of Northern Ireland’s largest unionist party steps down amid police probe

LONDON (AP) — The leader of Northern Ireland’s largest unionist party has stepped down from the top job after being charged with allegations of a historic nature, the party said in a statement on Friday.
Jeffrey Donaldson left his post with immediate effect pending the outcome of the judicial process, the Democratic Unionist Party said. In accordance with the party rules, it has suspended him from membership.
Gavin Robinson, the member of Parliament for Belfast East, was named interi
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