Democratic Unionist Party
Political party in Northern Ireland
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The Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) is a unionist, loyalist, British nationalist and national conservative political party in Northern Ireland. It was founded in 1971 during the Troubles by Ian Paisley, who led the party for the next 37 years. It is currently led by Gavin Robinson, who initially stepped in as an interim after the resignation of Jeffrey Donaldson. It is the second-largest party in the Northern Ireland Assembly, and won five seats in the House of Commons of the United Kingdom at the 2024 election. The party has been mostly described as right-wing and socially conservative, being anti-abortion and opposing same-sex marriage. The DUP sees itself as defending Britishness and Ulster Protestant culture against Irish nationalism and republicanism. It is also Eurosceptic and supported Brexit.
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DUP leader says no shift towards Irish unity despite Sinn Fein's electoral success The Democratic Unionist Party leader Gavin Robinson says there is no evidence of a significant shift towards Irish unity.Sky News - Published | |
'I won't be deterred': 'Shots fired' at election candidate's officeA "number of shots" were fired at DUP candidate Sammy Wilson's office in Northern Ireland, he has said.Sky News - Published | |
Former DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson to appear in court charged with rapeSir Jeffrey Donaldson, the former leader of the Democratic Unionist Party, will appear in court this morning charged with rape and other historical sex offences.Sky News - Published | |
Police received complaint leading to ex-DUP leader being charged with sexual offences in early MarchPolice in Northern Ireland have said they received a complaint that led to the arrest of former DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson over allegations of historical sexual offences in early March.Sky News - Published | |
No threat to Northern Ireland power sharing after DUP leader's resignation, first minister saysThere is no threat to Northern Ireland's power-sharing agreement after the leader of the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) resigned over allegations of historical sexual offences, First Minister Michelle..Sky News - Published | |
NI deputy first minister says 'victims must always have best opportunity for justice' after DUP leader quitsNorthern Ireland's deputy first minister Emma Little-Pengelly of the Democratic Unionist Party has said "victims must always have the best opportunity for justice".Sky News - Published | |
New DUP leader hits out at those scoring 'cheap political points'Gavin Robinson, the interim leader of the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP), has called Jeffrey Donaldson's charge a "devastating revelation" that has caused "tremendous shock".Sky News - Published | |
DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson suspendedSir Jeffrey Donaldson, the leader of the Democratic Unionist Party, has been suspended.Sky News - Published | |
Sir Jeffrey Donaldson steps down as DUP's leader after being charged with historical sexual offencesSir Jeffrey Donaldson has stepped down as leader of the Democratic Unionist Party with immediate effect after he was charged with historical sexual offences.Sky News - Published | |
Man removed from plane after row with DUP leaderA man has been removed from a plane at Heathrow Airport after he was involved in a row with DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson.Sky News - Published | |
Sammy Wilson steps down as DUP chief whipDUP MP Sammy Wilson has stepped down as his party's chief whip in Westminster.Sky News - Published | |
DUP 'in position' to return to Stormont - if government sticks to its wordThe Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) are "in a position" to restart the executive in Northern Ireland after a near two-year absence - if ministers keep to the "agreed timeline" over a fresh deal on..Sky News - Published | |
'All conditions in place' to restore Northern Ireland power-sharingThe government believes "all the conditions are now in place" for a return of the Northern Ireland Assembly following a deal reached with the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP).Sky News - Published | DUP agrees deal with UK government to restore power sharing to Northern IrelandThe Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) has agreed a deal restore power sharing to Northern Ireland, subject to legislation by the UK government.Sky News - Published |
Sir Jeffrey Donaldson hints he anticipates restoration of power-sharingDUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson says he still believes in devolved government in Northern Ireland and "when" it returns, it must make a real difference to people's lives.Sky News - Published | DUP leader urges UK to use experience of Northern Ireland to secure dialogue in Middle EastDUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson is urging the UK to draw on the experience of the Northern Ireland peace process and encourage talks between Israelis and Palestinians.Sky News - Published |
Sinn Fein wins but the DUP hasn't lost its mandate for Stormont boycott The name Sinn Fein means "ourselves alone" – reflecting their aspiration for the entire island of Ireland to be independent – but the party has no shortage of company at the polls.Sky News - Published | Sinn Fein makes strong start in Northern Ireland council electionsSinn Fein is celebrating early success in council elections in Northern Ireland - while the Democratic Unionist Party says unionism will need to "look at where it's going" if poor results and turnout..Sky News - Published |
Peace deal architect urges compromise to end Stormont stand-off An absence of power sharing at Stormont is "very unsatisfactory", former Irish prime minister Bertie Ahern has said as he urged the DUP to reach a compromise.Sky News - Published | UK and EU to sign off on Windsor Framework Brexit deal - despite DUP oppositionUK and EU officials will sign off on a new Brexit deal in London today, despite ongoing opposition from the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP).Sky News - Published |
Government wins Brexit deal vote - despite Tory rebellion and DUP angerThe government has won support in parliament for part of its new Brexit deal, despite a rebellion from some of its own MPs and a backlash from members of the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP).Sky News - Published | DUP says new Brexit deal doesn't address 'fundamental problems' with Northern Ireland Protocol Rishi Sunak's new Brexit deal for Northern Ireland doesn't address the "fundamental problems" with the protocol it is intended to replace, the DUP has said.Sky News - Published |
DUP to vote against key part of Windsor FrameworkThe DUP says its MPs will vote against a key aspect of Rishi Sunak's Brexit deal when it is put to a vote in parliament this week.Sky News - Published | 'Read a history book': DUP leader's riposte to Chuck Schumer amid Brexit jostling in Washington The DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson has said that Chuck Schumer needs to read some history books, after the US Senate majority leader urged the DUP to go back into Stormont.Sky News - Published |
'Very important we listen to the DUP,' says Irish PM with Windsor Framework still in balance The Irish prime minister has played down the need for the UK government to alter the new UK-EU post-Brexit deal, despite the DUP calling for it to be "changed".Sky News - Published | What are the DUP's seven tests for a Northern Ireland Protocol replacement? Ever since the Northern Ireland Protocol was signed off by both the UK government and the European Union as part of its Brexit deal, it has caused friction in the region.Sky News - Published |
Breakup of UK 'at stake' if Northern Ireland Brexit deal isn't reached The breakup of the UK is "at stake" if a new deal on post-Brexit trading arrangements in Northern Ireland is not reached, a senior DUP politician warned.Sky News - Published | Another election will not break Stormont power-sharing deadlock, DUP leader says Another Northern Ireland Assembly election will not break the deadlock and restore devolved government, DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson has said.Sky News - Published |
Sunak must deal with Northern Ireland Protocol to restore Stormont, DUP warnsRishi Sunak must deal with the Northern Ireland Protocol if he wants to see Stormont restored, the DUP's leader has warned the incoming prime minister.Sky News - Published | Sir Jeffrey Donaldson to address DUP party conference for first time as leader as huge decision loomsSir Jeffrey Donaldson will address his first DUP conference as party leader with a huge decision looming for him.Sky News - Published |
NI Assembly fails to elect new speaker after DUP leader blocks formation of governmentNorthern Ireland's Stormont Assembly has failed to elect a new speaker after the DUP said it would not support the process.Sky News - Published | DUP will not support election of new Speaker in Stormont, leader saysDUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson has said his party will not support the election of a new Speaker in Stormont today.Sky News - Published |
DUP says no return to Northern Ireland executive until 'long shadow' of protocol is resolved The leader of the DUP has said he will not lead his party back into power sharing until issues with the Northern Ireland Protocol are resolved.Sky News - Published | Sinn Fein and DUP will be urged to form Northern Ireland Executive 'as soon as possible' The Northern Ireland secretary will urge all political parties to form an executive as soon as possible after Sinn Fein's historic election victory.Sky News - Published |
Sinn Fein hopeful of ending DUP dominance as votes are counted in Northern Ireland All eyes are on Sinn Fein as counting takes place in the Northern Ireland Assembly election.Sky News - Published | |
