Ulster Unionist party leader quits over ‘irreconcilable differences’ with colleagues

Ulster Unionist party leader quits over ‘irreconcilable differences’ with colleagues

Doug Beattie says time in charge a ‘huge honour’ but caused strain on friendships and political relationships

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Doug Beattie has resigned as the leader of the Ulster Unionist party (UUP) after clashing with party colleagues, causing a fresh jolt in Northern Ireland politics.

In a surprise announcement on Monday, the decorated army veteran cited his inability to steer the party amid “irreconcilable differences” with party officers.

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