The Lord Mayor signs Book of Condolence

ASAADMIN • September 27, 2025

Alderman Stephen Moutray, Lord Mayor of Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council, recently visited the Ancre Somme Association Charity's headquarters to sign the book of condolence in memory of Charlie Kirk.

The book of condolence will be accessible for signatures until October 4th. Subsequently, the book will be forwarded to Erika, Charlie's wife, with the hope that the messages from the people of Northern Ireland will provide her with solace.

For those interested in signing the book, it is available at the charity's headquarters located in Brownlow Courtyard, Lurgan, from Monday to Saturday between the hours of 10:00 and 14:00.

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Ancre Somme Association
Registered Charity NIC108368 

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