Hundreds line Derry streets for return of Martin McGuinness' remains

Hundreds of people lined the streets in Derry on Tuesday evening as the coffin carrying Martin McGuinness' remains was carried to his Bogside home.

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Published 21st Mar 2017
Last updated 21st Mar 2017

Leading figures from within Sinn Féin all took a stint at carrying the coffin, including Gerry Adams and Michelle O'Neill.

The coffin was draped with a Republic of Ireland flag and was carried past Free Derry corner.

Mr McGuinness died in the early hours of Tuesday morning.

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Mr MCGuinness' death divided opinion in Northern Ireland.

While many hailed his role as a peacemaker and a vital part of the Good Friday Agreement, many victims expressed their hurt and anger that he had not expressed regret for his time as a commander in the IRA.

His funeral is due to take place on Thursday in St Columba's Chapel in the city.

Elsewhere on Tuesday night, a vigil was hled in west Belfast in remembrance of the former deputy First Minister.

More than a thousand people turned out to the candlelit event.

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