Legal Dispute Halts Design Work on Irish Signs at Grand Central Station

Design Work Halted at Grand Central Station

Design work on Irish language signs at Belfast’s Grand Central Station has been abruptly halted due to potential legal action. This move by Translink has sparked a dispute among Stormont Executive ministers. Stormont Dispute

Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins recently approved the signage, triggering a conflict within the Stormont Executive. Deputy First Minister Emma Little-Pengelly has criticized Kimmins for not consulting the Executive before making the decision. Legal Action

Loyalist activist Jamie Bryson from the UVPS group is seeking a judicial review against the Department for Infrastructure, arguing that the decision lacked Executive approval. Translink has confirmed that work on including Irish language signage has temporarily ceased due to the legal concerns. The Department for Infrastructure defended Kimmins’ decision, stating that significant matters should be collectively considered within the Executive. Concerns and Questions

Little-Pengelly has voiced concerns over the cost implications of replacing relatively new signs and emphasized the importance of bringing controversial issues to the Executive for collective decision-making. The debate continues as stakeholders navigate the legal and procedural complexities surrounding the signage project at Grand Central Station.