Sinn Fein's Michelle O'Neill and Emma Little-Pengelly of the DUP have occupied the roles of First Minister and deputy First Minister since devolution was restored at Stormont exactly a year ago.Together, they have represented Northern Ireland at a number of events, including travelling to the US for the annual St Patrick's Day celebrations in Washington last March.

Sinn Fein's Michelle O'Neill and Emma Little-Pengelly of the DUP have occupied the roles of First Minister and deputy First Minister since devolution was restored at Stormont exactly a year ago.Together, they have represented Northern Ireland at a number of events, including travelling to the US for the annual St Patrick's Day celebrations in Washington last March.