13/07/2023
NIE Networks Condemns Video Of Pro-IRA Chanting In Front Of A Bonfire
An investigation has been launched after a video emerged showing a man, who was wearing Northern Ireland Electricity (NIE) Networks branded clothing, chanting pro-IRA in front of a bonfire.
In the video one man said 'up the Ra' while laughing and saying "shush".
In a statement on Twitter NIE Networks said: "The video circulating on social media is deeply offensive, and NIE Networks condemns the content without reservation.
"A full investigation into this matter is underway."
In the video one man said 'up the Ra' while laughing and saying "shush".
In a statement on Twitter NIE Networks said: "The video circulating on social media is deeply offensive, and NIE Networks condemns the content without reservation.
"A full investigation into this matter is underway."
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