07/08/2024
Hilary Benn Calls For End Of 'Senseless Violence And Intimidation'
Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, Hilary Benn, has expressed his support for the PSNI for their continued hard work amid ongoing disorder in Belfast.
The Secretary said: "I remain in contact with the First Minister and deputy First Minister, Justice Minister and the Chief Constable, and will continue to offer them my full support.
"The violence which has sowed fear in local communities and damaged businesses is totally unacceptable.
"The people of Northern Ireland deserve better.
"Those involved in this violent disorder are damaging the very communities they falsely claim to represent.
"I would like to thank the PSNI for their continuing efforts to keep our communities safe. My thoughts are with all those who have suffered, including the businesses that have been attacked, and the member of the public who was the victim of a serious assault during last night's disorder.
"I urge those involved to stop this senseless violence and intimidation."
The Secretary said: "I remain in contact with the First Minister and deputy First Minister, Justice Minister and the Chief Constable, and will continue to offer them my full support.
"The violence which has sowed fear in local communities and damaged businesses is totally unacceptable.
"The people of Northern Ireland deserve better.
"Those involved in this violent disorder are damaging the very communities they falsely claim to represent.
"I would like to thank the PSNI for their continuing efforts to keep our communities safe. My thoughts are with all those who have suffered, including the businesses that have been attacked, and the member of the public who was the victim of a serious assault during last night's disorder.
"I urge those involved to stop this senseless violence and intimidation."
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