Murdered man’s sister may stand against SF

THE sister of murdered Belfast man Robert McCartney has confirmed she is considering standing against Sinn Féin in the upcoming local government elections.

Paula McCartney said her family was considering all options as they continue their fight to see the killers put on trial and behind bars.

The 40-year-old, from Short Strand in Belfast, said: “As my family continues the quest to have the men who brutally murdered my brother put behind bars, we have to look at all the options available to us. There is a possibility of contesting the local government elections, but a decision like that is a long way away, at this stage.”