Unforgettable day for 'Garda' Jack Beattie as Mayor hosts civic reception in Derry
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The 11 year old suffers from brittle bone disease and has met Mayor Warke at a number of functions this year in his role as a Junior Garda.
The PSNI marked the occasion with a cavalcade into Guildhall Square and made a special presentation to him and he enjoyed video calls with Irish social media giants Mammy Banter and Black Paddy.
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"It was an absolute joy to have Garda Jack Beattie in the Parlour today on a special cross border policing visit," said Mayor Warke.
"I've met Jack numerous times on my journey as Mayor and he had told me he always wanted to visit the Guildhall so I was delighted to have him here.
"Jack played a key role in delivering the COVID-19 safety message online over the last two years undoubtedly saving countless lives.
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Hide Ad"He had to isolate for much of lockdown himself and was telling me how delighted he was to be back attending events.
"I want to thank him for coming to see me, this was one of the highlights of my year and he entertained me and the staff in the Guildhall all afternoon.
"Thanks also to the PSNI for taking time out of their busy schedule to come into Guildhall Square and meet him."