Haass talks 'laid foundations' - Robinson

Talks aimed at resolving tensions over parades, flags and addressing Northern Ireland’s conflict legacy have laid foundations for a more peaceful future, the First Minister said.

Talks aimed at resolving tensions over parades, flags and addressing Northern Ireland’s conflict legacy have laid foundations for a more peaceful future, the North's First Minister said.

Democratic Unionist leader Peter Robinson said the main power-sharing parties in Belfast were determined to move forward amid efforts to salvage a deal.