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Orange Order expands legal fight over Portadown parade to target chief constable

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The Orange Order’s court case against the Secretary of State’s order to stop its Garvaghy Road parade has been broadened to also name the chief constable.

Why it matters

The case could shape how parade rights and police powers are balanced in Northern Ireland.

How this story developed

Sep 29 Northern Ireland officials urge compromise as Drumcree parade deadlock reaches third day
Oct 9 Police have now sent interview notices to the First Minister and three Sinn Féin officials.
Oct 10 Sir Chris Bryant announced the ban on the Drumcree parade.

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