The event marks the anniversary of the battle in which many men from the 36th Ulster Division, the 16th Irish Division and other forces made the supreme sacrifice.
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Pacemaker, Belfast, 1/7/2025: Former Ulster Unionist Party leader Doug Beattie lays a wreath during the Anniversary of the Battle of the Somme memorial at Belfast City Hall today. Picture by Stephen Davison Photo: stephen davison
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Pacemaker, Belfast, 1/7/2025: DUP Leader Gavin Robinson lays a wreath during the Anniversary of the Battle of the Somme memorial at Belfast City Hall today. Picture by Stephen Davison Photo: stephen davison
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Deputy First Minister Emma Little Pengelly attending the Anniversary of the Battle of the Somme memorial at Belfast City Hall today. Picture by Stephen Davison Photo: stephen davison
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The Band of the Royal Irish Regiment lead the procession at the Anniversary of the Battle of the Somme memorial at Belfast City Hall today. Picture by Stephen Davison Photo: stephen davison