Ulster
Unionists condemn attack on Larne War Memorial
Local
Ulster Unionist elected representatives in Larne have condemned the latest
vandalism of the newly refurbished War Memorial at Inver Gardens in the town.
East
Antrim Ulster Unionist MLA John Stewart said:
“I am
absolutely disgusted by the paint attack on Larne Cenotaph. This is the second
such attack on the Cenotaph in just over a year and comes just a few months
after its refurbishment. Those responsible for this shameful and pathetic
attack have nothing to offer anyone and clearly have no concept of the values
of equality and respect.
“If they
had any awareness of their history they would recognise that the Cenotaph
represents the sacrifice made by men and women from all backgrounds to preserve
our freedom and way of life. A freedom they take for granted.”
Local
Ulster Unionist Councillor Andy Wilson, who was a long time campaigner for the
Cenotaph at Inver Gardens to be refurbished commented:
“This is
the second time in recent years that the Larne cenotaph has been vandalised
with paint. Just like the last time, this comes just after inflammatory
comments by Sinn Fein politicians about the unauthorised Easter Rising plaque
they were behind in Carnlough. If not actually directed by them, the
comments of Sinn Fein have created the conditions where a republican element
have been given the green light to attack the Cenotaph.
“I am
absolutely disgusted by this, as are the vast majority of the community from
all religious backgrounds. It’s not good enough to just condemn these
attacks when they happen, the words of elected representative must be tempered
so that no political cover can be used by the lowlifes who carried this out.”
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