'My health has nothing to do with' resignation: McGuinness; Arlene Foster 'disappointed' at move

Latest: Martin McGuinness has insisted his health had nothing to do with his decision to resign.

• Martin McGuinness has sensationally resigned as the North's Deputy First Leader;
• An election must be called in seven days if - as Mr McGuinness says it will - Sinn Féin refuses to nominate a replacement for him;
• Mr McGuinness, who has recently had issues with his health, said that had nothing to do with his decision to step down, or its timing;
• He said First Minister Arlene Foster's refusal to step down to allow a probe into the controversial 'ash for cash' scheme forced his hand;
• He further criticised the DUP for failing to respect the all-Ireland principle of the Good Friday Agreement, and mionority communities.
• He said he tendered his resignation with "deep regret and reluctance"
• He did not confirm whether he would run in an up-coming election.

Ten years of valient service in Office Of First&DeputyFirst Minister Martin McGuinness signs resignation letter. GRMA chara 4 all Ur work. pic.twitter.com/1i4ezDTF5h

— Gerry Adams (@GerryAdamsSF) January 9, 2017