The DUP’s South Belfast representative Christopher Stalford has died at the age of 39.
He is survived by his wife Laura and their four young children.
DUP Leader Jeffrey Donaldson has paid tribute to his party colleague, saying he was passionate about Northern Ireland and its citizens.
Sinn Fein Deputy Leader Michelle O’Neill and SDLP Leader Colum Eastwood have also paid tribute to the late MLA.
Meanwhile Taoiseach Micheal Martin has expressed his deepest condolences both to Mr Stalford’s family and to the DUP.
