Brexit: Direct rule for Northern Ireland 'real possibility'

Michael Gove has warned re-imposing direct rule for Northern Ireland from Westminster is a 'real possibility' if there is a no-deal Brexit. Devolved government in Northern Ireland collapsed in January 2017 after a row between the power-sharing parties. MPs have voted to reject the UK leaving the EU with no deal - but it is not legally binding. The environment secretary said direct rule would be a 'grave step' the government would have to consider.