The Irish Times understands the letter was signed by up to 23 of the party’s 28 MLAs. The party chairman, Lord Maurice Morrow, must call a meeting of party officers within seven days if there is to be a leadership election. A DUP source said the discontent permeated the party from the grassroots to the highest levels and it was “time for a fresh start”. “Stories on leadership come up from time to time, and it’s one of those times,” Ms Foster told reporters. There has been growing discontent among DUP members about Ms Foster’s leadership.

Source: The Irish Times April 27, 2021 15:47 UTC