Drumcree: Two deals discussed before parade ban, says Bryant

Northern Ireland Secretary Sir Chris Bryant stated that his decision to ban the Orange Order's Drumcree march was in the interest of peace. He announced the ban after an agreement could not be reached between the Portadown District Lodge and Garvaghy Road residents. The dispute led to a nearly two-week stand-off between Orangemen and nationalist residents, with police advice indicating that allowing the march could cause serious injuries and unrest. The Court of Appeal has reserved judgment on a legal challenge against the decision.