Published Date:
07 February 2010
The SDLP has today announced Stormont minister Margaret Ritchie as its new leader.
The South Down MLA beat South Belfast MP Alasdair McDonnell in the contest to replace outgoing Mark Durkan as the head of the party.
She is currently Minister for Social Development in the Northern Ireland Assembly Executive.
Foyle MP Mr Durkan announced four months ago that he would step down from the post after nine years.
The result of the vote to select his successor was announced at the final day of the party's conference, today, in Newcastle, Co Down.
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Last Updated:
07 February 2010 12:28 PM
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