14/06/2017

DUP To Continue Talks With Conservatives

DUP leader Arlene Foster is to continue discussions with the Conservatives in London today, 14 June.

Mrs Foster said she hoped an agreement would be reached today.

Speaking after a meeting with Prime Minister Theresa May on Tuesday, 13 June, Mrs Foster said Brexit, counter-terrorism, taxation and the economy have been discussed.

(CD/JP)

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