Statement from the First Minister and deputy First Minister on public disorder
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The First Minister Michelle O’Neill and deputy First Minister Emma Little-Pengelly have spoken to Chief Constable Jon Boutcher following the recent disorder in Belfast.
The First Minister Michelle O’Neill and deputy First Minister Emma Little-Pengelly have spoken to Chief Constable Jon Boutcher following the recent disorder in Belfast.
First Minister Michelle O'Neill and deputy First Minister Emma Little-Pengelly today said:
“While people are entitled to take part in peaceful protest there is no justification for racism or for the violence and intimidation that occurred on our streets on Saturday.
“Today we have spoken to the Chief Constable and offered him our full support and we pledged to work to deliver a shared, peaceful and inclusive society.
“There must be a zero tolerance approach to racism and wanton destruction. Nobody should have to live in fear or threat of violence.
“Again, we would appeal to anyone with information to contact the PSNI.”