Protesters dispersed after blocking a contentious Orange Order parade, while Northern Ireland Secretary Sir Chris Bryant urged both sides in the dispute to make renewed efforts to reach a compromise.
Sir Chris returned from the Labour Party conference to hold talks linked to the dispute. He called on those involved to “double down on compromise”, signalling the need for both sides to work towards an agreement.
The available information does not specify the parade’s location, the number of protesters involved or how long the route was blocked. It also does not provide details of any further arrangements for the parade.
The latest reported development is that the protesters have dispersed. Sir Chris’s appeal for compromise remains the main response outlined, with further developments dependent on discussions between the parties involved.
