24/03/2017

London Terror Attack: Book Of Condolence Opens At Belfast City Hall

A book of condolence has opened at Belfast City Hall in memory of the victims of the terrorist attack in London.

The Lord Mayor, Alderman Brian Kingston, Deputy Lord Mayor, Councillor Mary-Ellen Campbell, DUP Leader Arlene Foster, DUP MP Nigel Dodds and the US Consul in Northern Ireland Daniel Lawton have all signed the book.

Five people were killed and 29 injured in the attack on Westminster Bridge, according to the police.

Belfast City Hall is open to members of the public between the hours of 8.30am-5pm Monday to Friday and 10am-4pm on Saturday and Sundays.

(CD)

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