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Stand-off over Fleadh event in Bangor ends as unionists yield to recommendations

Unionist councillors resolved a months-long standoff by approving simultaneous Fleadh Fringe and Pipe Band events to maximize visitor attendance, with up to 10,000 expected, council said.

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Bitter row at Ards and North Down Council over Irish music and culture festival resolved

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Political spat over Bangor Fleadh ends as unionists agree to hold event on same day as Pipe Band championship

On a recorded vote, 36 elected members voted in favour of the amendment, with two Independent Unionists voting against

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Stand-off over Fleadh event in Bangor ends as unionists yield to recommendations

Bitter row at Ards and North Down Council over Irish music and culture festival resolved

·Belfast, United Kingdom
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Belfast Live broke the news in Belfast, United Kingdom on Thursday, February 26, 2026.
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