The goal of this event has been to have an open and frank conversation about policing in Belfast, in particular the policing of public order events and the issues surrounding community and police relations. Resolving the issues around parades, flags or interfaces was not on the agenda.

The conversations we had were candid, honest, and worthwhile.

The event was positive, and we intend to continue the discussions we began here.

The members of the group collectively agreed on the following:

- We plan to meet again at home in the coming weeks to discuss how best to continue the discussions, and how to ensure that they can have a sustainable and positive impact.

- We recognize the influence and impact of words and we agree on the need for constructive and respectful language in the coming months.

- We commit to resolve our differences through dialogue and non-violent means, underpinned by the principles of equality, inclusiveness, respect for difference, and non-discrimination.

- We reaffirm our support for the Police Service of Northern Ireland, the Northern Ireland Policing Board, and the Office of the Police Ombudsman of Northern Ireland.

- We recognize and support the PSNI’s responsibility to uphold the law in a manner that is fully accountable.

- There are consequences for communities and individuals in breaking the law. We recognize that we all have a responsibility to explain these consequences in an understandable and practical way.

- We will seek ways to increase our engagement with the wider criminal justice system to address policing and community safety issues in the coming months.

- The PSNI have agreed to explain in advance the general principles by which policing will be delivered in major public events.

- We agree that lines of communication—political, community and policing—will be open at all times, especially during critical periods of high tension in our community.