Northern Ireland: Who will replace first minister Arlene Foster?

Northern Ireland's first minister, DUP leader Arlene Foster, has stepped down. Who will take over the top job? And what could it mean for the future of Northern Ireland?

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Guests:

- Henry McDonald, contributing writer, The Sunday Times. 

- Sam McBride, political editor, Belfast News Letter.

Host: David Aaronovitch.

Clips: BBC, Belfast Telegraph, DUP, Channel 4, Euronews.


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