Calm restored to North Belfast after fans riot

The situation is calm again in the Ardoyne area of north Belfast following riots this afternoon.

Trouble began when rival gangs clashed after today's Rangers and Celtic football matches ended.

About 300 people, many throwing stones, brick, bottles and golf balls, were involved in the disturbances.

Police in riot gear, along with more than a dozen police vehicles and a water cannon were brought in to control the crowds.

The DUP is blaming Celtic fans for the unrest.

Meanwhile, Sinn Féin councillor Margaret McLenaghan, who was at the scene, claimed that the police response was heavy-handed.