A poetry competition in memory of Martin McGuinness has attracted entries from around the world, organisers have said.
“Poem to Martin” was organised by the Martin McGuinness Peace Foundation to mark the fourth anniversary of the former deputy first minister's death on March 21, which is also World Poetry Day.
Staged in two sections, under 18 and over 18, the competition offers a top prize of £1,000 and £500 for the runners-up.
Organisers asked the public to submit entries which reflected Mr McGuinness’s legacy or vision for a “new Ireland” in Irish or English.
Among the judges is Oscar-nominated actor Michael O’Keefe.
Foundation spokesman Paul Kavanagh said organisers were delighted with the response.
“It was particularly pleasing to see such a hugely diverse range of entries from different people and countries around the world.
"All entries are now with the judging panel who have quite a task ahead of them, given the very high standards of many of the entries,” Mr Kavanagh said.
The winning entry will also form part of a memento to those taking part in this year’s “Chieftain’s Walk” in memory of Mr McGuinness.
Mr Kavanagh said the annual walk will be held when Covid-19 restrictions permit.
