Belfast City Hall to Remove Portrait of Former Mayor Niall Ó Donnghaile

The decision follows Ó Donnghaile's resignation from Sinn Féin amid controversy over inappropriate texts to a teenager.

Former Belfast Lord Mayor Niall Ó Donnghaile resigned from Sinn Féin after allegations of sending inappropriate texts to a 17-year-old boy.
The Democratic Unionist Party and Traditional Unionist Voice led the call for the removal of Ó Donnghaile's portrait from Belfast City Hall.
Sinn Féin supported the motion, with Vice President Michelle O’Neill stating the removal was appropriate due to Ó Donnghaile's behavior.
Despite the controversy, no criminal charges were pursued after a referral to the PSNI and social services.
The Social Democratic and Labour Party has suggested a review of memorabilia at City Hall, while the Ulster Unionist Party proposed child safety training for council officials.