DUP reshuffle sees Gordon Lyons appointed Stormont Economy Minister

Paul Givan remains as First Minister, with Michelle McIlveen continuing as Education Minister

DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson (right) who has announced that Gordon Lyons (left) is to become Stormont’s new Economy Minister. Picture: DUP/PA

Paul Frew has been replaced as Stormont’s Economy Minister, just weeks after he was appointed to the role.

DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson said East Antrim MLA Gordon Lyons will take up the role as part of a minor reshuffle of his Assembly team.