Kenneth Branagh to receive Freedom of Belfast

Sir Kenneth Branagh is to receive the Freedom of Belfast today.
By The Newsroom
Published 30th Jan 2018, 09:27 BST
Updated 30th Jan 2018, 11:22 BST
Sir Kenneth Branagh is pictured before a press conference at Belfast City Hall ahead of becoming a Freeman of the City of Belfast. He is joined by the Lord Mayor of Belfast Councillor Nuala McAllister and Suzanne Wylie, Chief Executive of Belfast City Council. Photo by Kelvin Boyes / Press EyeSir Kenneth Branagh is pictured before a press conference at Belfast City Hall ahead of becoming a Freeman of the City of Belfast. He is joined by the Lord Mayor of Belfast Councillor Nuala McAllister and Suzanne Wylie, Chief Executive of Belfast City Council. Photo by Kelvin Boyes / Press Eye
Sir Kenneth Branagh is pictured before a press conference at Belfast City Hall ahead of becoming a Freeman of the City of Belfast. He is joined by the Lord Mayor of Belfast Councillor Nuala McAllister and Suzanne Wylie, Chief Executive of Belfast City Council. Photo by Kelvin Boyes / Press Eye

The actor and director will be made a freeman of the city at a special ceremony at the Ulster Hall this evening.

A series of screenings of his films is taking place at venues across Belfast to mark the occasion.

Sir Kenneth, who was born in Belfast in 1960, will become the 82nd person to receive the honour.

The award pays tribute to individuals or organisations who have made a contribution to civic life.

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