Well that esclated quickly
Earlier today I offered to remain as Shadow Sec of State for NI for the time being in the light of the current political crisis.(1)
— Ivan Lewis (@IvanLewis_MP) September 13, 2015
I thought it was the right thing to do. Jeremy has decided to offer the role to someone else. I wish my successor well at this crucial time. — Ivan Lewis (@IvanLewis_MP) September 13, 2015
UPDATE
Corbyn source says @IvanLewis_MP not sacked, offer to stay on was turned down as he only committed to a few wks-JC wanted long term position
— Laura Kuenssberg (@bbclaurak) September 13, 2015
And now this
Risk this is getting rather ill tempered – team Corbyn denies it but sources tell me @IvanLewis_MP was sacked, and sacked by text
— Laura Kuenssberg (@bbclaurak) September 13, 2015
Okay Sluggerverse, who will replace him?
David McCann holds a PhD in North-South relations from University of Ulster. You can follow him on twitter @dmcbfs
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