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Conor Murphy to quit as NI minister after being elected to the Seanad

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Conor Murphy has been elected to the Seanad ( Irish parliament's upper chamber) He secured one of the 60 seats available with the support of Sinn Féin TDs and councillors.

He will use his new role to advance the debate for a united Ireland .

Murphy is expected to resign as economy minister and his replacement will be confirmed.