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Member of Lasair Dhearg vandalizes the statue of Queen Victoria in the grounds of Royal Victoria Hospital, Belfast

A member of Lasair Dhearg vandalizes the statue of Queen Victoria in the grounds of Royal Victoria Hospital, Belfast.

By Belfast Herald Newsdesk2 min read

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A member of Lasair Dhearg vandalizes the statue of Queen Victoria in the grounds of Royal Victoria Hospital, Belfast.

The development formed part of the day's news across Northern Ireland. Contemporary coverage attributed the principal details to Sky News on 27 February 2026.

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