Paul Givan, 39, set to be Northern Ireland's new leader

A 39-year-old lawmaker is set to become Northern Ireland’s youngest first minister, replacing the politician who had been in the post since 2015

LONDON -- A 39-year-old lawmaker is set to become Northern Ireland's youngest first minister, replacing the politician from the same party who had been in the post since 2015 and through the Brexit dramas of the past few years. Paul Givan, a former communities minister,, was nominated for the top job in the Northern Ireland Assembly by the recently elected leader of the Democratic Unionist Party. The new DUP leader, Edwin Poots, unveiled his team on Tuesday. The two longtime allies are set to take up their posts on Monday following a formal renomination process. The British government retains an array of powers affecting Northern Ireland, but the Belfast assembly can make laws in a wide range of areas, including agriculture, education and health. “There is a huge responsibility that comes with this position, particularly in serving the people of Northern Ireland," Givan said.