DUP hierarchy seeking swift process to replace Edwin Poots as leader

DUP leader Edwin Poots has resigned from the post just weeks after he was appointed (PA)

The hierarchy of the DUP is hoping to move quickly to replace resigning leader Edwin Poots in an effort to stem the chaos engulfing the party.

The DUP is looking for a new leader only three weeks after Mr Poots was formally installed in the top job of the largest party in Northern Ireland.