The Ulster Unionist Party are delighted to announce the selection of Diana Armstrong to replace Lord Elliott as the MLA for Fermanagh and South Tyrone.

Ms. Armstrong commented, “Today is a day I will certainly remember with pride as signed in as the newest MLA for Fermanagh and South Tyrone, it’s an immense privilege to serve the people and follow in the footsteps of my late father Harry West. I am looking forward to working with my party colleagues and Leader Mike Nesbitt in delivering for everyone across Northern Ireland.

“I would like to take a moment to pay tribute to my predecessor, Lord Elliott of Ballinamallard. I acknowledge the vital work he has done in his time serving the community and Unionism. I’m committed to building on the foundations laid by Lord Elliott and ensuring that the needs and concerns of Fermanagh and South Tyrone continue to be addressed with dedication and care”.

Ulster Unionist Party Leader, Mike Nesbitt MLA, said, “I want to welcome Diana to our Assembly team, Fermanagh and South Tyrone remain very well represented at the Assembly and, with the additional benefit of having Lord Elliott delivering both for the United Kingdom’s most westerly constituency and for all of Northern Ireland, we continue to build our representation for relaxed, confident and inclusive Unionism.

“With Diana bringing her experience to the Economy portfolio, I am confident that we will continue to box above our weight both inside and outside of the Assembly Chamber.”