Gary Middleton Steps Back for Mental Health

0:00On April 8, DUP, MLA Gary Middleton from FOIL, is stepping away from public life to focus on his mental health struggles. The long-time representative plans to resign his Northern Ireland assembly seat this Friday after nearly a decade in office. He first got elected as a counselor back in May 2011 at just 20 years old, then moved up to the assembly in 2015 as the main. Union is voice in a tough area. Many leader Gavin Robinson praised Middleton as a dedicated advocate for London dairy folks, someone who stood firm against threats and always spoke, up for his principles and community. Middleton shared that months of health issues have cut into his ability to serve, so he's choosing recovery over the spotlight, getting solid, treatment from the National Health Service and support from family. His openness aims to show others in similar spots that help exist, and it's fine not to be okay. While the DUP rallies around him for a full comeback, beyond politics, stay informed with Europe News today, AI-powered updates.