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03/09/2010
Ardoyne Riots Cost £1.1m In Police Overtime
Around £1.1 million was spent on PSNI overtime during the riots in Ardoyne, North Belfast, over the 12th July period.
PSNI Chief Constable Matt Baggott revealed the shocking amount to members of the NI Policing Board at a meeting on Thursday afternoon.
He said the cost would have covered community policing services in the area for three years.
More than 80 police officers were injured during the riots and 40 people have been charged.
The police came under scrutiny after using explosives and missiles during the violence after an Orange Order parade.
Mr Baggott said: "The overwhelming feeling I have about these events is one of great sadness. I would have like to have spent money on creating neighbourhood policing that wins hearts and improves people's lives. The reality is I don't have £1.1 million now."
(CD/KMcA)
PSNI Chief Constable Matt Baggott revealed the shocking amount to members of the NI Policing Board at a meeting on Thursday afternoon.
He said the cost would have covered community policing services in the area for three years.
More than 80 police officers were injured during the riots and 40 people have been charged.
The police came under scrutiny after using explosives and missiles during the violence after an Orange Order parade.
Mr Baggott said: "The overwhelming feeling I have about these events is one of great sadness. I would have like to have spent money on creating neighbourhood policing that wins hearts and improves people's lives. The reality is I don't have £1.1 million now."
(CD/KMcA)
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