John Finlay: Allowing limited abortion could open the flood-gates

The two messages recorded on the opposite page, in the ‘Tweets of the Day’ section, are a good summary of the bind the DUP find themselves in.

The passionate arguments of both Labour and Tory MPs who want to see Westminster to step in and legalise abortion in Northern Ireland are founded on the premise that it is nonsensical - at least in crucial areas such as justice and healthcare - for UK citizens’ righs to differ based on where they live.

Six people are due to appear in court today (Saturday) in connection with the alleged possession and supply of cocaine.

Jonathan Rea claimed his 60th World Superbike victory at Brno in the Czech Republic on Saturday to overtake Carl Fogarty’s record of all-time wins.

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Commonwealth Youth Games champion Aaron Sexton edged out Paralympic star Jason Smyth in a photo-finish to win the 100m at the Northern Ireland Championships.