DUP MP Sammy Wilson resigns as party's chief whip over Stormont powersharing deal criticism.
DUP MP Sammy Wilson has resigned from his role as the party's chief whip at Westminster, amid criticism of the deal struck by his party's leader to restore the Stormont powersharing institutions. The East Antrim MP has been a vocal opponent of the agreement, which was negotiated by party leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson. It is unclear why Wilson has decided to step down from his position, but he remains a party officer.
February 23, 2024
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