Irish Examiner View: Adams’ advice on the DUP

Unsurprisingly, Mr Adams’ remarks, while initially conciliatory and considered, also hid a big stick

 Everyone knows the stakes are high right now on the eve of the historic agreement’s anniversary, but Mr Adams’s tuppence worth is unlikely to hold much water with the DUP Picture: Liam McBurney/PA

Gerry Adams, former Sinn Féin president and one of the architects of the Good Friday Agreement, surprised many this week by suggesting that the DUP be given time and space to make up its mind on returning to power sharing.

What was no surprise was that Mr Adams’ remarks, while initially conciliatory and considered, also hid a big stick.