Mary Lou McDonald refuses to apologise for remarks on next PSNI chief appointment

Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald has refused to admit she was wrong to say no senior PSNI officer is up to becoming the next chief constable amid fears political interference in the appointment could lead to legal action.

Ms McDonald would not apologise for the remark despite concerns her comments risk undermining the entire police force management in the north at a time when Brexit risks damaging the peace process.