Statement by North Antrim TUV MLA Jim Allister

 

"The decision by the PSNI to release further photographs of peaceful protestors, from an event in Broughshane on 15 December 2012, is a monstrous and unwarranted invasion of their privacy.

 

"This was a wholly peaceful protest, which I attended, and which was conducted throughout with the assent of the police present. The road was only briefly blocked, with the consent of the senior PSNI officer present and to whom I spoke in this regard. There was no violence, threats or intimidation, rather a dignified protest was held, which I addressed.

 

"I am therefore outraged that a second batch of photographs of participants have been released in a press release which speaks of investigating serious offending and disorder. There was no such disorder in Broughshane. Detective Supt Sean Wright, who heads this investigation, needs to catch himself on.

 

"I will be again protesting to the Chief Constable about this matter, particularly after a weekend when we've seen a gunman fire shots at a republican demonstration, children dressed up as terrorists and several unnotified parades. I see or hear of no police action about these matters. Clearly, the law abiding citizens of Broughshane are seen as an easier touch."