Following a series of legal challenges, the court upheld a Parades Commission determination allowing 35 members of Portadown Orange District to return from Drumcree Church along the Garvaghy Road on Sunday morning (September 27). However, hundreds of protestors blocked the route citing their right to live peacefully and refused to leave despite PSNI warnings to disperse. With tensions remaining high in the area, police turned back members of Portadown District as they attempted to march on several occasions.
Monday saw a series of meetings including representatives from both sides holding separate talks with Northern Ireland Secretary Sir Chris Bryant. Here’s a pictorial look at some key moments to date.
17. In Pictures
Breandán Mac Cionnaith of the Garvaghy Road Residents Coalition speaks to residents and supporters early on Sunday morning on the Garvaghy Road. Photo: TONY HENDRON