Martina Anderson and Karen Mullan to step down as Sinn Féin MLAs next month

In May, members of Ms Anderson’s family spoke out, claiming she had been 'sacrificed' by the party

Sinn Fein MLA Martina Anderson is to step aside in September (Liam McBurney/PA)

Sinn Féin MLAs Martina Anderson and Karen Mullan will step down from the Assembly next month.

It was previously announced they would not contest the next Assembly elections, due to take place next May.