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'Anger and disappointment' at rainbow crossing vandalism

'Rainbow crossing needs to be fixed immediately by the relevant public authority'

Anger as Derry rainbow crossing daubed with paint

The rainbow crossing that was covered in paint

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Staff Reporter

04 Aug 2023 1:12 PM

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A member of Derry City and Strabane District Council has expressed "anger and disappointment" at the vandalism of Derry's rainbow crossing.
Cllr Shaun Harkin (People Before Profit) said:  "We extend our full solidarity to our LGBT+ community, the Foyle Pride organising committee and everyone impacted by this ignorance. 
"Foyle Pride members spearheaded the proposal for the rainbow crossing. It is a unique way to demonstrate inclusion, support and celebration of the LGBT+ community. 
"The rainbow crossing needs to be fixed immediately by the relevant public authority. 
"There is a context for this act of vandalism. Those opposed to equality now constitute only a minority but there is a right-wing political backlash. We need to make it clear to those who did this and their supporters that the gains made by the LGBT+ community won't be overturned. 
"Let's make sure Foyle Pride 2023 is a huge success. Let's show the world Derry is a pro-LGBT+ and pro-equality city. Let's make it clear we won't tolerate attacks on the LGBTQ community."

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