Antrim and Newtownabbey councillors have voted to retain a Bible reading at the start of their monthly meetings.
Speaking at Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council’s annual general meeting on Tuesday evening, newly-elected Ballyclare Alliance Councillor Lewis Boyle proposed that it be dropped from proceedings.
Traditionally, the mayor’s chaplain gives a Bible reading ahead of Antrim and Newtownabbey council business. It is not mandatory for councillors to attend.
