31/08/2005
PSNI failing to tackle loyalist violence claims Kelly
Sinn Féin spokesperson on policing Gerry Kelly has accused the PSNI of "abjectly" failing to tackle ongoing loyalist paramilitary activity.
Mr Kelly's remarks follows numerous attacks on catholic homes and schools in recent weeks, especially in areas such as north Antrim and north Belfast.
"Over the past number of weeks the sectarian campaign being waged against
Catholics and nationalists in areas like North Antrim has intensified," the North Belfast councillor said. "It has not met with a robust response from the PSNI. In fact the contrary would appear to be the position.
"Instead of confronting those organisations responsible too often the PSNI have publicly failed to even acknowledge that the motivation behind this campaign is sectarian. In doing so they are providing cover for those behind the nightly attacks.
"It sends out a message that there is a toleration of loyalist violence and an acceptance that these attacks will continue without hindrance."
Mr Kelly confirmed that he had requested a meeting with Irish Minister for Foreign Affairs Dermot Ahern to discuss ongoing loyalist activity.
(MB/SP)
Mr Kelly's remarks follows numerous attacks on catholic homes and schools in recent weeks, especially in areas such as north Antrim and north Belfast.
"Over the past number of weeks the sectarian campaign being waged against
Catholics and nationalists in areas like North Antrim has intensified," the North Belfast councillor said. "It has not met with a robust response from the PSNI. In fact the contrary would appear to be the position.
"Instead of confronting those organisations responsible too often the PSNI have publicly failed to even acknowledge that the motivation behind this campaign is sectarian. In doing so they are providing cover for those behind the nightly attacks.
"It sends out a message that there is a toleration of loyalist violence and an acceptance that these attacks will continue without hindrance."
Mr Kelly confirmed that he had requested a meeting with Irish Minister for Foreign Affairs Dermot Ahern to discuss ongoing loyalist activity.
(MB/SP)
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