A DUP MLA has welcomed the suspension of a Twitter account which mocked the death of her disabled son. However, Diane Dodds said Twitter must now take “swift and decisive action” to protect users from online abuse.

Andrew was born with spina bifida and died in 1998 just before his ninth birthday

Mrs Dodds posted on Twitter to wish her followers a happy new year, however, an anonymous user replied with an abusive response by making reference to her dead son, Andrew

A “permanent and complete” solution to problems caused by the Northern Ireland Protocol is needed, Stormont’s Economy Minister Diane Dodds has said. Ms Dodds said it was imperative that the UK Government stood up for the region.

Unemployment rates could soar to levels not seen in 30 years if further lockdowns are not accompanied by adequate financial support, a Stormont minister has warned.