Andy Allen, the Ulster Unionist Party's North Belfast Spokesperson has condemned those responsible for today's bomb attack which sparked a security alert in the Brompton Park area of Ardoyne.
Mr Allen said:
"The PSNI have confirmed that they found a ‘substantial bomb’ in the Brompton Park area following a search operation which lasted most of the day, causing major disruption in the surrounding area.
"I unreservedly condemn those responsible for this incident. Once again innocent people have had their daily routine affected and their lives put in danger by criminals who must be caught.
"The Police have described this as an attempt to kill their officers but the inherent instability of such devices meant that the lives of any passers-by were put at risk. The people of North Belfast want a future in which they can live peacefully with their neighbours and bring up their families. They certainly do not want bomb attacks or disruption to their daily lives.
“I would like to praise the security forces for their prompt and efficient action and I would urge anyone who can help bring those responsible to justice, to contact the PSNI directly or to call crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”