Prison sources say UVF expulsion will see former loyalist leader moved from wing for own safety

Winston 'Winkie' Irvine outside court during his trial

Winston ‘Winkie’ Irvine outside court during his trial

Winston Irvine may have to spend the rest of his sentence housed along with sex offenders after being expelled from the UVF.

While Irvine remains on the separated loyalist wing at this time, there are internal and external discussions around whether he will be permitted to stay or need moved for his own safety.