seconder

Each candidate needed the support of at least 10 MPs to get on to the ballot, including a proposer and seconder.

Each candidate needs the support of at least 10 MPs to get on to the ballot, including a proposer and seconder.

But after flying back from a Caribbean holiday, he dramatically announced he would not be standing, even though he had 102 backers, including a proposer and a seconder.

Leadership candidates need the support of eight fellow Tory MPs - a proposer, a seconder and six others.

Potential new leaders must submit their nomination in writing, supported by a proposer and a seconder, to DUP chairman Lord Morrow by midday on Tuesday, with a result confirmed on Saturday.