Statement by Cllr Jolene Bunting, TUV North Belfast:
“I am disturbed at the number of bonfires that are being prematurely lit by individuals unknown across Belfast.
“Communities take great pride in their bonfire building, with many young people involved in this cultural activity. It is routine during the building season for the bonfire to be watched over 24/7 – and if elements within our society are trying to light these early then there is a very real danger that someone could get caught in the resulting fire and suffer a serious injury.
“While the culprits are unknown, they should think twice about their behaviour.”