Van Morrison called Northern Ireland’s Health Minister Robin Swann “very dangerous” during an anti-lockdown rant in Belfast last night (June 10).The musician was due to perform four gigs at the city’s Europa Hotel, but the shows were called off at the last minute.Current coronavirus regulations in Northern Ireland mean that live music is not permitted in either licensed or unlicensed hospitality venues.
The Europa Hotel had hoped the gigs would be classed as test events but were advised by the Executive Office to call them off.Van Morrison, who has been outspoken on his views about the pandemic restrictions and lockdown measures, addressed a crowd who were meant to attend the first concert at a pre-show dinner event.Referring to Swann’s.
Read more on nme.com