DUP Asked if Party Should Withdraw Deputy First Minister from Executive

On BBC Radio Ulster's "Best of Nolan," political commentators Alex Kane and David Graham, along with callers, discussed the suggestion that the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) should withdraw the deputy First Minister from the Northern Ireland Executive. The discussion focused on the potential consequences of such a political maneuver.

The program, which aired on October 19, 2026, featured a segment of the "Best of Nolan" series, available for catch-up on BBC Sounds for 29 days.

The suggestion, attributed to MP Carla Lockhart, raises questions about the DUP's strategy and its impact on the functioning of the devolved government in Northern Ireland. The panel and callers explored the political and practical ramifications of a potential withdrawal.