Loyalist bonfire builders create pallet tribute to NHS

Those behind the ‘Loyalist Corcrain Redmanville Bonfire’ built the massive structure this week on the site of their normal bonfire.

The massive structure spells out the initials NHS in an intricate piece of joinery work.

They have stated that this year’s bonfire will not go ahead due to the current COVID-19 pandemic.

Plus they have called for no dumping or drinking at the site.

They also stated that anything dumped at the artwork will not be burned.

In a statement, a Loyalist Corcrain Redmanville Bonfire spokesperson said: ““This is our respect to the NHS. The bonfire is not happening this year due to the ongoing pandemic so we built this instead.

“For those who say they just throw it up, there is nothing to building a bonfire, it’s just throwing wood - well we say, come build this.

“No dumping, No drinking, No gathering, It won’t be burnt. Maintain social distancing at all times.

“Thank you NHS and all key workers.”

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