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Ford condemns Belfast violence

5.14.00pm GMT Mon 12th Jul 2010

David Ford MLA pictured outside the main door of Parliament Buildings. © 2009 Michael Carchrie Campbell

Justice Minister, David Ford

Justice Minister, David Ford has condemned last night's trouble in Belfast in which a number of police officers were injured.

He said: "News of what happened last night, with the police coming under gun and petrol bomb attack, will anger people across Northern Ireland.

"Those responsible for last night's trouble are to be condemned and it is clear that there is a small minority of people who want to create havoc and do whatever they can to raise tensions and heighten fears within the community.

"This morning I met with the Chief Constable and was briefed on last night's disturbances and on the policing plan for today. I would urge those who have influence to show leadership and do whatever they can to bring calm to the streets."

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