Gerry Adams and senior Sinn Fein team to meet in Derry today to discuss 'cash for ash' scandal

Seniors members of Sinn Fein are to meet in Derry this afternoon to discuss the party’s stance on the Renewable Heat Incentive crisis.

The controversy over the scheme has struck at the heart of the Northern Ireland Executive and First Minister Arlene Foster is facing calls for her to resign.

Deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness yesterday said he believed Mrs Foster should step aside while an inquiry is conducted in to the mismanagement of the scheme which it has been claimed will cost the public purse £400m.

Sinn Féin's leadership team, including party leader Gerry Adams, will meet in Derry today to discuss the scandal surrounding the Renewable Heat Incentive scheme.

They are expected to speak to the media afterwards.