Housing Minister Nelson McCausland has condemned attacks on homes at East Belfast interfaces.

The Minister visited East Belfast earlier this week and was able to see for himself the problems residents living across the interfaces have had to endure in terms of repeated attacks on their property.

Minister McCausland said: "I unreservedly condemn these attacks and praise the efforts of those in the community working to resolve the issue and reduce tensions. I have arranged for a senior official in my Department to convene a meeting with residents, elected representatives and all social landlords to identify what more can be done to protect homes along this interface."

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Habinteg Housing Association has ordered a cleanup of their particular scheme at this location and has agreed to explore various options in respect of representations made to them by elected representatives about the need for better roofing.

(GK)