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05/08/2024
Minister's Condemn Weekend Violence In Belfast
Minister's have condemned those behind the acts of violence across parts of Belfast over the weekend.
In a joint statement, First Minister Michelle O'Neill and deputy First Minister Emma Little-Pengelly said: "Whilst people are entitled to peaceful protest, there is no justification for racism or the violence and intimidation that occurred on Saturday.
"Those involved should be quickly brought before the courts and we appeal to anyone with information to provide that information to the PSNI.
"We reiterate our joint commitment to a shared, peaceful and inclusive society."
Justice Minister, Naomi Long, added: "I utterly condemn the violence that we saw yesterday on the streets of Belfast. These demonstrations were orchestrated by those motivated by a desire to create fear and division. They have no regard for human life and are focused on spreading misinformation and disinformation to alienate some sections of our community. This type of disorder needs to be highlighted for what it is – fearmongering and intimidation of the highest level.
"There can be no place in our community for hate: for xenophobia, racism and Islamophobia. Neither can there be any place for such intimidation and intolerance. My thoughts are with all those impacted by this disorder; those whose property was damaged, businesses attacked and who were intimidated, threatened or fearful as a result.
The Minister continued: "I particularly commend the PSNI and all those frontline responders who were faced with such a challenging day yesterday. I also send my best wishes to the officers who were injured and I hope they make a speedy recovery.
"Thankfully, due to the professionalism and expertise of the PSNI the disruption and violence was controlled and brought to a conclusion without major incident. I would also appeal to anyone with information which could assist the police bring those involved in the violence to justice, to contact them on 101."
In a joint statement, First Minister Michelle O'Neill and deputy First Minister Emma Little-Pengelly said: "Whilst people are entitled to peaceful protest, there is no justification for racism or the violence and intimidation that occurred on Saturday.
"Those involved should be quickly brought before the courts and we appeal to anyone with information to provide that information to the PSNI.
"We reiterate our joint commitment to a shared, peaceful and inclusive society."
Justice Minister, Naomi Long, added: "I utterly condemn the violence that we saw yesterday on the streets of Belfast. These demonstrations were orchestrated by those motivated by a desire to create fear and division. They have no regard for human life and are focused on spreading misinformation and disinformation to alienate some sections of our community. This type of disorder needs to be highlighted for what it is – fearmongering and intimidation of the highest level.
"There can be no place in our community for hate: for xenophobia, racism and Islamophobia. Neither can there be any place for such intimidation and intolerance. My thoughts are with all those impacted by this disorder; those whose property was damaged, businesses attacked and who were intimidated, threatened or fearful as a result.
The Minister continued: "I particularly commend the PSNI and all those frontline responders who were faced with such a challenging day yesterday. I also send my best wishes to the officers who were injured and I hope they make a speedy recovery.
"Thankfully, due to the professionalism and expertise of the PSNI the disruption and violence was controlled and brought to a conclusion without major incident. I would also appeal to anyone with information which could assist the police bring those involved in the violence to justice, to contact them on 101."
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