Prominent MLA Jim Wells believes he qualifies to vote in what observers think could be a close race to find the next leader of the DUP

Northern Ireland still on track for next step out of lockdown despite border area concerns, says Dr Tom Black

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Subscribe              May 4, 2021           Good morning Thank you for your continued support. If you haven't already you can take out a subscription to the News Letter. You can help us to continue to provide trusted fact checked journalism investigating the issues that matter to people in Northern Ireland.  A Digital+ package starts from only £1 month and gives you unlimited access to the website, you'll see 70% fewer ads, you'll get full access to our online puzzles section and access to the newspaper edition app on mobile, desktop and tablet.  A 40% reduction is available if you complete our heritage Where & When? quiz. You can test your knowledge here.  Michael Cousins Deputy digital editor           Jim Wells MLA argues that he qualifies to vote in DUP leadership race between Edwin Poots and Sir Jeffrey Donaldson           Prominent MLA Jim Wells believes he qualifies to vote in what observers think could be a close race to find the next leader of the DUP.                 Jeffrey Donaldson: If elected DUP leader I will build a shared Northern Ireland and promote a positive political strategy   Sir Jeffrey Donaldson has said he would promote a positive strategy and values if elected leader of the DUP.           DUP officers expected to meet today to arrange timetable for election of new leader   DUP officers are expected to meet today to discuss the procedure and timetable for the election of a new party leader.           The nationalist response to Northern Ireland centenary commemorations has been disappointing, says Orange Order chief   A senior Orange Order figure has expressed disappointment that nationalists have been largely unwilling to commemorate the centenary of Northern Ireland in any way.           Northern Ireland still on track for next step out of lockdown despite border area concerns, says Dr Tom Black   Northern Ireland remains on course for the next step out of lockdown in three weeks despite concerns about cross-border travel, the head of a leading medical body has said.           Historians will today mark the centenary of Northern Ireland by examining its past   A panel will examine the history of Northern Ireland today.               Driving out the invaders (June 1922)   Sweeping military movement: In June 1922 British troops and Ulster Special Constabulary began to drive the Sinn Fein forces out of the Belleek sector of Co Fermanagh, reported the News Letter.       Foundation stone is laid at Stormont (1928)   "Saturday will be one of the memorable days the history Ulster," declared the News Letter on Monday, 21 May 1928, two days after the laying of the foundation stone of Parliament House in East Belfast.                             Manchester United threaten sanctions as police condemn 'atrocious' behaviour           Manchester United have vowed to ban any fans found to have been involved in criminal or violent behaviour during Sunday's anti-Glazer protests at Old Trafford as police confirmed they had arrested a 28-year-old man after clashes with officers.                   Jeremy Lawlor on his Ireland ambitions plus goals with Knights and Carrick   It will be a week of firsts for Jeremy Lawlor as he prepares to make a potential Northern Knights debut this morning against Leinster Lightning before a maiden competitive outing for new club Carrickfergus over the weekend.       Northern Knights' Dublin date for opening Inter-Provincial Cup clash   Harry Tector will captain MTB Northern Knights for the first time on Tuesday over the Inter-Provincial Cup test with Leinster Lightning.       Penalty hero Chris Johns only has sights on Linfield title drive   Linfield goalkeeper Chris Johns preferred to shrug off the back slaps and high fives after helping nudge his team a little closer to the Danske Bank Premiership title at the Oval on Saturday.                   View more news

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People on both sides of the Irish border are ‘not prepared to foot bill for a united Ireland’

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Subscribe              May 2, 2021           Top Stories A round up of the most popular news stories this week.           People on both sides of the Irish border are 'not prepared to foot bill for a united Ireland'           People on both sides of the border are not prepared to foot the bill for a united Ireland, with most in Northern Ireland also fearing it would hit them in the pocket, a poll has revealed.                 Sir Jeffrey Donaldson preparing to take on Edwin Poots in DUP's first open leadership contest   As Edwin Poots' campaign for the DUP leadership last night received endorsement from five MLAs and an MP, Sir Jeffrey Donaldson is likely to announce that he will stand, the News Letter has been told.           Ben Lowry: If unionism works the Irish Sea border then it sends out a signal it is just about managing long-term defeat   In the 1980s, the then Ulster Unionist leader James Molyneaux was interviewed in my school magazine.           PSNI officer knocked unconscious in pub while investigating underage drinking claims   A teenager has been arrested after two police officers were injured while investigating alleged underage drinking in Co Tyrone.           Letter: How can we move on from Troubles when SF reminds us so often?   On Monday, a broadcast was released on social media called: "A celebration of the life of volunteer Seamus McElwain".           Edwin Poots has backing of majority of DUP politicians, claims campaign manager Paul Frew   The campaign manager for Stormont minister Edwin Poots has claimed he has received the endorsement of the majority of politicians who decide the next leader of the DUP.           Ben Lowry: Arlene Foster is said to want to quit the DUP yet the party gave her huge opportunity after she helped ruin the UUP   We heard much about Arlene Foster's negative qualities over the years, but the exit of a leader is usually a time to recall the positives.           Alt-pop heroine on the brink of mainstream fame   Rising star Rebekah Fitch, 25, from east Belfast, is making waves with moody lyrics, soulful melodies and arty music videos. She chats to JOANNE SAVAGE about inspiration, faith and dark psychological terrain           DUP battle: Kyle Paisley says liberal does not equal popular – but what do polls say?   The cleric son of Rev Ian Paisley has stressed that the party does not need to abandon its staunch Christian positions in order to perform at the polls.                 View more news

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