Matthew O'Toole had been named by some as a possible successor to Colum Eastwood.

He will formally resign on 5 October to allow the new leader to take up the position.

With the next planned elections three years away, it seemed as good a time as any to call it quits.

Up to 50 young people attacked police following a peaceful Apprentice Boys' parade in the city.

She says discussions were against the backdrop of the partnership between the SDLP and Fianna Fáil.

Colum Eastwood said he was taking the affirmation of allegiance under protest.

Taking his seat in the Commons, the Foyle MP says he read the affirmation to the King "under protest".

Colum Eastwood says his party will hold Labour's feet "to the fire" to repeal the Legacy Act.