By David Young and Jonathan McCambridge, PAThe DUP has said it is “continuing to engage with the British government” amid speculation senior members had discussed returning to Stormont. On Friday night, a DUP spokesperson declined to comment on what was said at the meeting, adding the party is continuing to engage with the UK government. The officer board includes senior figures such as party leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson, deputy leader Gavin Robinson, senior peer Lord Dodds and longstanding MPs Sammy Wilson and Gregory Campbell. The British government has offered a £3.3 billion package to stabilise Northern Ireland’s finances, including £600 million to settle public sector pay claims in Northern Ireland. DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson, centre, with fellow party officers Emma Little-Pengelly and deputy leader Gavin Robinson.

Source: The Herald January 20, 2024 04:27 UTC