SDLP stands firm on restored NI Assembly

The SDLP has reiterated its refusal to co-operate with any plan to restore the Northern Assembly without the involvement of Sinn Féin.

The SDLP has reiterated its refusal to co-operate with any plan to restore the Northern Assembly without the involvement of Sinn Féin.

The move has been suggested by unionists in response to alleged ongoing IRA criminality.

However, speaking ahead of talks with the Taoiseach today, SDLP leader Mark Durkan said he would resist any move to row back on the Good Friday Agreement by excluding Sinn Féin.

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