Unionists see red over flying of Tricolour by lord mayor

BELFAST’S first republican lord mayor sparked angry unionist outbursts yesterday when he installed the Irish Tricolour in his office at the city hall.

Sinn Féin’s Alex Maskey insisted the flag was put in place as part of his policy to promote equality in the city during his 12-month term.

The flag stands with equal prominence to the Union Jack, each side of the fireplace in his study.