Paul Givan's resignation as Northern Ireland first minister is 'gross betrayal' of the people, says SDLP

'Whatever community you’re from, whatever your background or beliefs, no-one benefits from this cynical, and totally predictable, electioneering stunt'

SDLP leader Colum Eastwood condemned reports that Mr Given is to resign. Picture: Liam McBurney/PA

The expected resignation of Paul Givan as First Minister is a “gross betrayal” of families across Northern Ireland, SDLP leader Colum Eastwood said.

Mr Eastwood and deputy leader Nichola Mallon said they have written to Prime Minister Boris Johnson following the latest threat to devolved government at Stormont.