02 February 1998

Alliance slams intimidation

Alliance Councillor David Ford, has slammed those who distributed LVF posters in South Antrim at the weekend.

David Ford said:

“These posters were nothing but a crude attempt by Loyalist terrorists to impose their will on local people. I condemn all such intimidation, wherever it comes from.

“At The Talks in London last week, the UDP delegation walked out because other parties joined Alliance in making clear that we believed them to be in breach of the Mitchell principles.

“Afterwards, there was a much more constructive atmosphere, and some progress was made.

“It is important at this time that all parties, and all responsible leaders, stand together in support of the talks process and against all those who would try to disrupt the hopes invested in The Talks.”