Sinn Féin MLA Carál Ní Chuilín has said that Daithí McKay has resigned as MLA for North Antrim with immediate effect.
The Sinn Féin Chief Whip said;
"Daithí McKay has resigned as MLA for North Antrim with immediate effect and has been suspended from Sinn Féin.
"His letter of resignation has been submitted to the Speaker's office."