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Representatives from DUP, Sinn Féin, UUP, SDLP and Alliance to face off from 9pm

In Northern Ireland’s capital, the election is being fought between unionists and ‘neithers’ – with poverty, crumbling public services and crime at the forefront

“Get Brexit done” was the slogan that carried then prime minister Boris Johnson to an 80-seat majority in the 2019 general election. And sure enough, his government did indeed go on to secure the UK’s exit from the European Union.

With polls predicting huge losses for the Conservatives and huge gains for Labour, the election campaign so far has focused on the battle between the two biggest parties in Westminster. But the parliamentary dynamics are exceptionally fluid this year. Here’s a summary of where every party in Westminster currently stands…

Campaign will be a test for two new first ministers and could put fresh pressure on Stormont power sharing

Jeffrey Donaldson, the former leader of Northern Ireland's main pro-UK unionist party appears in court on Wednesday over alleged sex offences that have rocked the region's politics.

Editorial: The shock resignation of the main unionist party’s leader has left Northern Ireland politics more uncertain than ever

Police Service of Northern Ireland seeks to end ‘unhelpful speculation’ after DUP leader charged with alleged sexual offences

Party seeks to project stability after political earthquake of leader’s resignation over alleged sexual offences

While there is no immediate threat to Northern Ireland assembly, DUP hardliners may try to make waves

Party said it had received a letter from Sir Jeffrey stating that he had been charged with allegations of a historical nature and that he would be stepping down as leader