That it has come to this beggars belief. The power sharing government of Northern Ireland has collapsed because the sectarian hatred, prejudice, provocative Orange culture and unwillingness to compromise of the DUP, not only acted as the wick which kept the fire of the Troubles burning, but has prevented the final completion of the peace process, which has transformed the lives of all communities in Ulster. In addition that party is out of step with the rest of the United Kingdom in the disgraceful opposition to same sex marriage and abortion.
These people are now referred to by Theresa May as her ‘friends and allies’ with whom she plans to strike a deal to keep her in Downing Street. The Tory party must, if it allows her to go down this dark and intimidating alley, hang its head in shame. This is not one nation politics for decent caring people; it is power at any price.