Mediator resigns from role in Drumcree dialogue

The South African mediator who was chairing talks between Orangemen in Portadown and the Garvaghy Road residents has resigned from the position following the decision by the Orange Order to withdraw from the talks.

Brian Currin said he is unable to take the mediation process any further because of this move. In his resignation statement, Mr Currin said the Orange Order’s lack of trust for the Garvaghy Road residents was one of the factors contributing to the breakdown of the talks.