Let’s not pretend the Twelfth is about ‘respect and understanding’
Bonfires are sectarian beacons that send out a clear message to nationalists – croppies lie down – while also terrorising ...
Organisers of controversial Belfast bonfire linked to ‘hut of hate’ pledge to oppose ‘anti-social behaviour’
The organisers of a bonfire where its builders had a den displayed with sectarian, Nazi and violent images have pledged to ...
Sunday World7d
Belfast Council £600k fund proves to be damp squib for loyalist bonfire builders
St Patrick’s Day is just over and spring is in the air, but in Ulster another season has begun early this year – loyalist ...
The Irish News5d
Joint statement from Twelfth bonfire groups calls for ‘respect and understanding’ at pyre sites
A joint statement on behalf of bonfire groups in east Belfast has urged those involved in building pyres to ensure Twelfth celebrations are carried out with “respect and understanding”.
Belfast Live on MSN13d
Belfast bonfire diversionary funding open "to any Tom, Dick and Harry", council told
Belfast City Council has been forced to delay its bonfire diversionary payouts decision this year after Sinn Féin said the ...
Concerns that £600k Belfast council bonfire ‘diversion’ programme open to ‘every Tom, Dick and Harry’
The approval of £600,000 in Belfast City Council funding for groups for bonfire “diversion” activities has been deferred after concerns were raised that it could turn into a “glorified summer scheme”.