Summary
The Northern Ireland Communities Minister, Gordon Lyons, apologized for his comments at a women’s leadership event, where he remarked on the appearance of attendees. His comments upset some audience members, but the event organizers noted the apology and emphasized the positive contributions of many women speakers at the event.
Key Facts
- Gordon Lyons is the Communities Minister in Northern Ireland.
- He made comments about the "good-looking" attendees at a women’s leadership event.
- The event focused on women in business and sport, featuring speakers like sports broadcaster Gabby Logan and Olympian Danielle Hill.
- Lyons admitted his comments offended some attendees and apologized completely.
- Organizers of the event appreciated the apology but expressed frustration that it drew attention away from the event's goals.
- Lisa Strutt, one of the organizers, emphasized the importance of the event in promoting women's successes.
- Sinead Sharkey-Steenson, another organizer, noted that the day was filled with inspiring contributions from many women.
- There is uncertainty about whether Lyons will be invited to next year's event.
