St Patrick’s Day Parade in Dungannon cancelled due to coronavirus

Mid-Ulster District Council has confirmed its St Patrick’s Day event in Dungannon has been cancelled.
By The Newsroom
Published 15th Mar 2020, 14:19 BST
Updated 15th Mar 2020, 14:21 BST
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Concerns were growing that large crowds, from far and wide, could flock to the CoTyrone town in an attempt to attend an event that was set to be held at the Hill of The O’Neill and Ranfurly House visitor centre.

However, a council spokesperson has confirmed that as fears over the COVID-19 pandemic grow, the decision has been made to cancel the event.

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“Our planned St Patrick’s Day event at the Hill of The O’Neill and Ranfurly House in Dungannon will not take place on Tuesday (17 March),” said a spokesperson for Mid-Ulster District Council.

Special coronavirus pods are now in action in Northern Ireland to test people who think they have the coronavirus. Photo Colm Lenaghan/Pacemaker PressSpecial coronavirus pods are now in action in Northern Ireland to test people who think they have the coronavirus. Photo Colm Lenaghan/Pacemaker Press
Special coronavirus pods are now in action in Northern Ireland to test people who think they have the coronavirus. Photo Colm Lenaghan/Pacemaker Press

“While we have had no formal notification as yet about limits on events attracting large crowds, that advice is widely expected this week and we feel, therefore, it is appropriate to cancel at this stage.

“We understand there will be disappointment at the decision and appreciate your understanding as we respond to the evolving COVID-19 situation.”

Adam Morton , Local Democracy Reporting Service

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