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07/06/2021
DUP Members Quit Over Concerns Direction The Party Is Taking
Many DUP members in the South Down constituency have quit the party over concerns about the direction it is taking under new leader Edwin Poots.
Glyn Hanna and Kathryn Owen have resigned, along with other members in the South Down association.
At the Association's AGM on Saturday evening Mr. Hanna was removed as Chairman.
It is understood Mr Hanna and Mrs Owen will remain as independent councillors on Newry, Mourne and Down District Council.
Glyn Hanna and Kathryn Owen have resigned, along with other members in the South Down association.
At the Association's AGM on Saturday evening Mr. Hanna was removed as Chairman.
It is understood Mr Hanna and Mrs Owen will remain as independent councillors on Newry, Mourne and Down District Council.
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