Northern Ireland is attempting to avert a political crisis after the shock resignation of DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson over alleged historical sexual offences.

First Minister Michelle O'Neill insists it does not pose a threat to power sharing and her priority is on "leadership" and "cohesion".

Sky's Senior Ireland Correspondent David Blevins has been assessing the damage so far.

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