In Pictures: Rally against sectarianism

Thousands of people gathered in Belfast city centre for Friday's demonstration against sectarianism.

Amongst the crowd listening to the speeches condemning recent sectarian murders were politicians and trade unionists.

Many trade unions were represented at the rally

Sinn Fein's Gerry Adams was joined by colleagues

Beating the drum as the rally got under way

Deputy First Minister Mark Durkan joined rally

Union banners were on full show at city gathering

Lord Mayor Alex Maskey addressed the crowd

Many braved the lunchtime rain to show support