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Stormont ministers received legal advice on ‘royal command’ to fly Union flag

The information is contained in newly declassified briefing papers for a meeting of ministers of the newly formed executive in February 2000.

Evening Standard

Trimble and Mallon sanctioned DUP ministers over rotation plan

Minutes of an Executive meeting from 2000 show a warning that other action would be taken ‘as appropriate’ against the DUP ministers.

Evening Standard

Leo Varadkar criticised for 'slow learners' comment following question about Sinn Fein coalition

The Taoiseach was replying to a question about a coalition with Sinn Fein, insisting he would not go into government with Mary Lou McDonald’s party

Dublin Live

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Leo Varadkar slammed for 'slow learners' remark following question about Sinn Fein coalition

Mr Varadkar was replying to a question about a coalition with Sinn Fein, insisting he would not go into government with Mary Lou McDonald’s party

Irish Mirror

Murder of friends across the divide inspired concept of joint First Ministers

Former SDLP leader Mark Durkan said the concept was one of the last additions to the Good Friday Agreement in 1998.

The Independent UK

John Major feared loyalists would walk from ceasefire in 1996

The UK’s then-prime minister told John Bruton of his concerns about being seen to give into Sinn Fein demands.

The Independent UK

David Trimble’s journey from Drumcree hardliner to peace prize winner and leader

He famously declared: “We’ve done our bit. Mr Adams, it’s over to you. We’ve jumped, you follow.”

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Good Friday Agreement architect and former UUP leader Lord Trimble dies

The Nobel Peace Prize winner died on Monday at the age of 77 following an illness.

The Independent UK

SDLP leader urges tactical votes for his party to restore Stormont

Colum Eastwood said those who are frustrated and angry need to come out and vote for something different.

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