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There had been speculation for several weeks that the Lagan Valley MLA would be asked to take on the role.

The DUP nomination to replace Mrs Foster as First Minister expressed hope for a smooth transition within the Stormont Executive.

David Venables is accused of killing Brenda Venables, whose remains were found in a septic tank.

Of the 90 British universities ranked by QS, 28 have improved their position over the last year.

Deputy First Minister Michelle O’Neill said it was the first time in ten months that there were no Covid patients in intensive care beds.

Around half of UK adults, 49% or around 26 million, visited an adult website or app in September 2020.

Leon Marandola, 20, of Buckie, Moray, made the calls over a two-month period in 2019.

The Prince of Wales also paraphrased Sir Michael Caine’s famous one-liner from The Italian Job after taking the diminutive car for a spin.

Finance Minister Conor Murphy said he will argue for prioritisation of health to tackle waiting lists.

Downing Street urged Brussels to show ‘pragmatism’ ahead of fresh talks over implementation of the Northern Ireland Protocol on Wednesday.

Blogger Craig Murray was sentenced to eight months’ jail in May over articles he posted on his blog over the Alex Salmond sex assaults trial.

Some 5.7 million people live in the areas which have been offered enhanced support.

The public inquiry into the 2017 disaster heard that a number of fire risk assessment actions remained outstanding in 2012.

Bill Smith surpassed his initial target and swam 136 metres, raising more than £1,300 for NHS Charities Together.

The First Minister said providing the jags for youngsters would reduce community transmission of Covid-19.

A study commissioned by online travel firm On the Beach estimated that 851,000 people hold a Refund Credit Note.

Barton denies assaulting former Barnsley manager Daniel Stendel after a League One match between Barnsley and Fleetwood Town in April 2019.

The majority of cases are located in clusters in both North Wales and South Wales, but individual cases not related to travel are also rising

Ministers also plan to phase out high-energy fluorescent bulbs, ending their sale by September 2023.

The silver 1981 Ford Escort Ghia saloon is expected to fetch up to £40,000.