Amnesty International described the surge in racist incidents and crimes as ‘shameful’ and called on politicians to act.

The fire in Moygashel, Co Tyrone, was set alight on Thursday.

Belfast City Council has announced its intention to remove a bonfire close to an electricity substation in the city.

Hundreds braved the rain to attend the anti-racism rally in the city centre.

The Policing Board leadership said Chief Constable Jon Boutcher has been told the claims were causing damage to policing.

The security statistics for 2023 show a rise in paramilitary activity, including shootings, bombings and assaults

Windows were also broken in an attack at Newtownards Courthouse in Co Down.