Political talks in Northern Ireland end in deadlock ahead of strike action

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The latest round of political talks aimed at restoring Stormont ahead of unprecedented strike action by public sector workers in Northern Ireland has ended in deadlock. Sinn Féin deputy leader Michelle O’Neill expressed disappointment and called on the DUP to end their boycott and form an executive.

The latest round of political talks aimed at restoring Stormont ahead of unprecedented strike action by public sector workers in Northern Ireland has ended in deadlock. Representatives from the North’s five main political parties held separate 45-minute meetings with Northern Secretary Chris Heaton-Harris, but no progress was made.

Sinn Féin deputy leader Michelle O’Neill expressed disappointment and called on the DUP to end their boycott and form an executive.

Northern Ireland Political Talks Deadlock Strike Action Public Sector Workers Stormont Sinn Féin Michelle O’Neill DUP Executive

 

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