Sinn Féin councillor Michael Rice has called for the immediate removal of flags on the Rathfriland Tower with NI Water.
Councillor Rice said:
“I have been contacted by constituents over the weekend regarding the erection of unionist and loyalist flags on the NI Water Tower in Rathfriland.
“Sinn Féin has made representations to NI Water highlighting the issue asking for them to be removed.
“NI Water needs to carry out a full investigation into this and ensure that the facility is locked.
“This was clearly an act meant to intimidate and mark territory. It has caused frustration in the local community who are rightly asking how someone gained access to the roof to erect the flags.
“Sinn Féin is also seeking an urgent meeting with the PSNI to discuss the issues with flags as well as other issues in the area including Donard Park.”
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