A bonfire was set on fire beside a road in Londonderry, with photos of First Minister Michelle O'Neill and union jacks attached to the pallets. The removal of the pallets had been ordered by the Department for Infrastructure due to a significant fire safety risk. Sinn Féin have condemned the burning of the images.
Sinn Féin condemn burning of images on Derry bonfire
UKPulse News DeskA bonfire was set on fire in Londonderry, with photos of First Minister Michelle O'Neill and union jacks attached to the pallets. Sinn Féin have condemned the burning of the images.
- Almost 500 pallets were removed from underneath a flyover in Londonderry last week due to a significant fire safety risk.
- Photos of First Minister Michelle O'Neill and union jacks were among the items attached to the pallets set on fire.
- Sinn Féin have condemned the burning of the images.
Why this matters: The incident highlights tensions in Northern Ireland and the ongoing issue of bonfires in nationalist areas.
What this means for you: If you live in Northern Ireland, you may be aware of the ongoing tensions and issues surrounding bonfires in nationalist areas.