The scenes in Belfast last night were shocking and completely unacceptable.
There is no justification for the violence and disorder that we saw threatening our communities, nor for those who encouraged it, online or elsewhere.
It is clear that people were targeted last night because of their background and I will not tolerate it. Those responsible will feel the full force of the law.
I’ve spoken to the Chief Constable of the Police Service of Northern Ireland to convey my thanks to them and the frontline emergency services for their bravery in keeping people safe. I’ve also spoken to the First Minister and Deputy First Minister to discuss the ongoing situation.
Appealing for calm must be the priority, and that is what I urge now. We must let the police get on with their work.
@NewshamKyl70579@BoothyP Don’t know if true but I can vouch for Vela being a bad egg. Kicked off with me the night we got promoted. Still tried to fight us when he realised it weren’t even me that were laughing at him. Tool
Don’t need to know what these were potentially guilty of. Zero context required. Video tells you everything you need. That copper needs sacking immediately. Scum
🇳🇱 Schockierender Vorfall in Amsterdam!
Ein Polizeibeamter packte eine schwangere Frau am Arm und warf sie zu Boden.
Als ihr Ehemann sah, wie seine schwangere Frau auf den Boden stürzte, griff er aus Wut den Polizisten an.
Die anderen anwesenden Polizeibeamten reagierten sofort und überwältigten den Mann.
Der Vorfall in Amsterdam sorgt in den sozialen Medien für heftige Diskussionen.
5 days on and I’ve just nearly cried watching a vid of @JoshSheehan_ kiss his Mrs at Wembley.
One of the good guys. He’s seen us at our low. And he fought to get himself and us back to a higher level. No doubts at all he can do well at Champ level #BWFC
Those questioning whether she should be in for Forss should be thinking how many chances did he get. And how many did he score. He’s clearly championship quality and that’s what we need. On a free and already settled here. No brainer. #BWFC
@BoltonWFC58 Can’t speak for others but for me it adds context. The fact we’ve lacked mentality in the past, especially away from home, but the players found a way to strengthen and overcome. Fair play
Dust is settling. Realisation setting in. A championship side next season. Superb achievement from this lot.
I’ve criticised this group at times this year, but when it came to it, they all stepped up and got us up.
I’ll miss League One. But bring on Blackburn away #BWFC
HALF TIME THOUGHTS - I think we’ve been a shell of the side we can be. Mainly because we scored so early and understandably looked to control as opposed to aggression. IMO we’ve seen the best of Stockport and the worst of us. Come out flying 2nd half and get a goal or two. #BWFC