{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/67c5d757b48a8f157c1f9076/6abb7e0329a486156af7a809?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Tensions Return to Garvaghy Road as Orange Order Parade Blocked - 29/09/2026","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/67c5d757b48a8f157c1f9076/1790669828899-b506d16c-20a3-484a-974f-ae8863c7ecb0.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>There has been a tense weekend in Portadown, following a decision to allow an Orange Order parade along the Garvaghy Road for the first time in 28 years.</p><p><br></p><p>The Parades Commission gave permission for 35 members of the Orange Order to take part in the march, but the route was blocked by protesters, including Sinn Féin representatives.</p><p><br></p><p>The decision has brought back memories of the clashes and tensions surrounding the route during the 1990s, which attracted international attention.</p><p><br></p><p>Sinn Féin has criticised the decision, while the DUP says the rule of law must apply equally to everyone.</p><p><br></p><p>DUP MLA Gareth Wilson has criticised the actions of Sinn Féin representatives over the weekend, and he joined us on The Agenda this morning to talk more about the situation. </p>","author_name":"lmfm "}