U.K. Rejects Call for Early Election in Northern Ireland

  • Minister Lewis says poll to go ahead as planned on May 5
  • Sinn Fein wanted earlier date after First Minister quit

The Parliament Buildings on the Stormont Estate, seat of the Northern Ireland assembly, in Belfast.

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The U.K. government ruled out the prospect of an early election in Northern Ireland, saying it will be held on May 5 as planned.