Court dismisses Garvaghy residents’ appeal as Orange Order case postponed

A Belfast Court of Appeal dismissed the Garvaghy Road residents’ challenge to the Parades Commission’s determination, concluding the judge’s ruling was correct and the appeal lacked reasonable grounds. In a related matter, the Orange Order’s High Court case concerning the Secretary of State’s involvement in the Drumcree parade was adjourned after PSNI Chief Constable Jon Boutcher was named as a respondent, pushing the hearing to the following Monday.

Portadown District Lodge adviser Jamie Bryson warned the Order would use all lawful means to contest the decision. DUP leader Mr Robinson announced plans to meet Sir Chris Bryant to demand accountability and possible sanctions. First Minister Michelle O’Neill condemned graffiti aimed at a Sinn Féin councillor, while other parties called for answers from the Chief Constable about policing the parade.