Glengormley prepares for Mini Twelfth

Despite several angry clashes between marchers and protesters in the Church Road area in recent years, parade organisers, community representatives and the police are hoping for a quiet evening on Tuesday, June 22.

Drivers are being warned of possible traffic disruption around Glengormley between 6pm and 10pm as Orangemen, bands and supporters make their way through the town.

The parade will pass along the following route - Glenvarna Drive, Ballyclare Road, Antrim Road, Church Way, Church Crescent, Glebe Road West, Ashgrove Road, Coole Park, Carnmoney Road, Coolehill Park, Queens Park, Ballyclare Road and back to Glenvarna Drive for dispersal. Motorists are being advised that diversions will be in place during the parade.

Meanwhile, the PSNI have warned that they will be taking a robust approach to underage and on-street drinking during parades this summer.

"This year we will again be working to ensure that everyone, whether they are attending parades or not, can enjoy their activities safely and peacefully. We want people to have an enjoyable event, but to do it responsibly. It will only be a success if people make it a success. Drinking excessively can lead to anti-social behaviour, people feeling intimidated, assaults and other crime. It is all communities that pay the price, so I would urge people to think before they drink," said PSNI Area Commander Paula Hilman.

"Officers will not hesitate to enforce legislation and by-laws, and where possible will confiscate alcohol and report people to the local council, the PPS, or Youth Diversion Officers.

"Whilst officers will be taking a robust approach to drinking at public events, we can only police the symptoms - it is crucial that everyone continues to work together to address the root causes. That isn't going to happen overnight. It will take the commitment of everyone over a longer period of time, and requires education, encouragement and enforcement," the Chief Inspector added.