Northern Ireland

Aine McCabe co-opted to Belfast City Council

Aine McCabe replaces Emma Groves on the council
Aine McCabe replaces Emma Groves on the council Aine McCabe replaces Emma Groves on the council

SINN Féin member Aine McCabe has been co-opted to Belfast City Council as a councillor for the Andersonstown area.

Ms McCabe replaces Emma Groves who stood down in November.

"I look forward to serving the people of Andersonstown and working alongside my party colleagues and constituents to make their voices heard," Ms McCabe said.

"I will stand up for local young people to create opportunities to help them reach their potential. I am passionate about promoting the Irish language and have met with community groups and activists in the area.

"Many challenges lie ahead but we are in a decade of opportunity which will shape the future of this island and I look forward to playing my part in standing up for workers and families and creating a new Ireland for all."