New economy minister signals no change in policy direction New economy minister Paul Frew. 15 June, 2021 01:00
NEW DUP economy minister Paul Frew has signalled no intention of changing policy direction from his ousted predecessor Diane Dodds.
In his first ministerial statement, Mr Frew said he would continue with the action plans and policy papers developed under Ms Dodds.
It s also understood that former DUP MLA Alastair Ross will stay in his post as special adviser to the new minister.
Paul Frew paid tribute yesterday to Diane Dodds for her work and dedication during what he said had been a truly unprecedented economic crisis.
Edwin Poots expected to talk to party before undertaking clean sweep of Stormont s top jobs Edwin Poots said getting rid of the Irish Sea border will be his top priority in the coming months. Picture by Brian Lawless/PA Wire 17 May, 2021 01:00
Edwin Poots and with new DUP deputy leader Paula Bradley, who has been linked with the first minister s post. Picture by Brian Lawless/PA Wire
DUP DESIGNATE leader Edwin Poots is expected to talk to party members before naming his new Stormont ministerial team.
The Lagan Valley MLA, who on Friday narrowly defeated Sir Jeffrey Donaldson to become the fourth DUP leader in the party s 50-year history, is widely expected to initiate a reshuffle that will see Education Minister Peter Weir and Economy Minister Diane Dodds demoted.
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