Unionists considering rejoining Belfast policing body

The unionists who withdrew from the local District Policing Partnership in Belfast last week are considering rejoining the body following talks this morning with PSNI chief constable Hugh Orde.

Seven unionists withdrew from the body last week in protest at the PSNI's handling of recent loyalist violence throughout the city.

They accused the police of acting with aggression and failing to engage with the unionist community.

However, they said they were considering rejoining after what they called a "robust" meeting with Mr Orde this morning.