Ulster Unionist Leader Mike Nesbitt has called on those responsible for placing election posters on bonfires to remove them immediately and to show respect for those of differing opinions.
Mr Nesbitt said:
“I call upon those who have placed election posters on bonfires to remove them immediately.
“It is perfectly possible to celebrate one’s cultural identity without having to resort to burning election posters or seeking to offend anyone else.
“I have previously called for actions to be lawful and peaceful, but it is equally important to stress that they must also be respectful. Last Tuesday the Ulster Unionist Party tabled a motion at Stormont regarding parading, which called on all sides to show respect, restraint and tolerance for those of differing opinions and I would re-iterate that today.
“The bottom line is that you cannot ask to be shown respect if you yourself are not prepared to show respect to others.”