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Orlaith Clinton

Belfast youth clubs come together to stand against funding cuts

Youth providers, young people and families came together this week to highlight the impacts on recent funding cuts which will affect their sector.

On Monday night, youth organisations across North Belfast left their centres and travelled to Girdwood Hub. They did so to send out a "strong sign of togetherness" whilst also providing a platform for those in attendance to hear the potential impacts from the views of young people.

Centres in each council area of Northern Ireland are currently applying for funds from the Education Authority, which provides funding for such facilities. However, the EA has indicated that many youth centres are set to receive less funding for next year.

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