Anger over attack on Orange hall
A FURTHER attack on an Orange hall in Rasharkin demonstrates "intolerance and intimidation of Protestants" in the area, it has been claimed.
North Antrim MLA Ian Paisley Jnr was speaking after republican graffiti was daubed on walls of the building on Tuesday night.
The hall has been a regular target for attacks from dissident republicans.
Mr Paisley also condemned the erection of an Irish tricolour on the Joey Dunlop monument in Ballymoney. He said that after a complaint by the DUP, the flag was "swiftly removed".
"This is a case of cultural apartheid where there is no toleration of Protestants or Protestant culture and I wholly condemn it. This property has been attacked dozens of times in recent years," said Mr Paisley.
"Protestants living in Rasharkin are being systematically intimidated through attacks on Protestant property and homes. This is outrageous and totally unacceptable."
Ballymoney Councillor John Finlay labelled the attacks "disgusting". The DUP man added: "The people here are working to move forward, but by their despicable, sectarian actions they are trying to bring everyone back. They must not be allowed to succeed. There is no reason why they can't leave this hall alone."
A police spokeswoman said an incident of criminal damage at Rasharkin Orange hall was reported to PSNI at 7.45am yesterday morning.
She added anyone with information should contact police on 0845 600 8000.
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