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'Two names in the frame' to replace McGuinness

There has been much speculation over who will step into role vacated by the former deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness.

With a fresh round of negotiations expected to follow the election, who is most likely to lead Sinn Féin into the talks?

UTV's Political Editor Ken Reid said: "The two names in the frame are Conor Murphy and Michelle O'Neill, although recently I think Michelle O'Neill, the current health minister, has had an increasingly prominent role."

Ken added that Sinn Féin are likely to make the announcement next week.