The daughter of the Rev Ian Paisley today secured an apology from her father's party in a sex-discrimination case.
Rhonda Paisley, a former Belfast councillor and lady mayoress, had taken an industrial tribunal case against the Democratic Unionist Party, claiming she was denied a party officer's post because she was a woman.
The case was settled today, with the DUP accepting deficiencies in its staff-recruitment procedures in a joint statement issued by both parties.
The statement said: "As a result, the DUP has already conducted a comprehensive review of its administration and recruitment procedures and has now put in place best-practice methodology for future staffing appointments.
"The DUP regrets the way in which these issues have been handled and is sorry for any distress caused. Furthermore, the party wishes Rhonda every success in her future pursuits."
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