Fermanagh Sinn Féin councillor resigns

Another Sinn Féin councillor has resigned from the party because of political differences.

Domhnall O'Cobhthaigh, a councillor in Fermanagh, is to join Joe Higgins' Socialist Party.

It is understood he is leaving Sinn Féin, on good terms, because he believes the party is losing its left-wing credibility.

The Sinn Féin MP for Fermanagh South Tyrone, Michelle Gildernew, said she disagreed with his reasons and was disappointed but thanked him for his work in the past.

The party will be seeking a co-option to his council seat.