In a statement on news that Conor Murphy has been advised by his doctor pending medical tests, Sinn Féin Leas-Uachtarán Michelle O’Neill said:
“Conor Murphy has been advised by his doctor to rest pending scheduled medical tests.
“He informed the Speaker on Friday that he would not be available to respond to an economy motion in the Assembly today.
“He has also informed the Covid Inquiry that he will not be able to attend a hearing, scheduled for this week, also on medical advice.
“First and foremost I wish Conor well and a full and speedy recovery. It is essential that, while under medical supervision he follows fully the medical advice he has been given and takes the time to rest and recover.”