1 October 2026

SDLP Policing Board Member Colin McGrath MLA has raised concerns with the Chief Constable about the PSNI’s process of engagement with the Parades Commission at the monthly Policing Board meeting.

Following the Chief Constable’s attendance at the Policing Board, Colin McGrath MLA said:

"None of us wanted to find ourselves back in this situation at Drumcree, and it is vital that a sustainable solution is found.

"I remain concerned about the capacity and credibility of the current Parades Commission and the basis for its determination. That is not helped when the information provided by the police lacks sufficient detail or firmness.

“The difficulties that have followed should have been anticipated, and legitimate questions remain about how this decision was reached.

"I welcome the Chief Constable’s intention to use the O’Hara review to look further at these processes, as structural and procedural flaws, as well as flaws in judgement, have been identified and must now be rectified."