A new reality faces the North - Southern hypocrisy exposed

Boris Johnson’s election victory might have one positive impact. His 80-seat, five-year majority means the Tories are not dependent on the DUP and can insist, should they be so moved, that the bickering that has silenced Stormont for three years ends.

Patrick Coghlan’s report on the Renewable Heating Incentive scandal will bring further difficulties for Arlene Foster’s party; indeed, it may end her lacklustre leadership.