Miss Northern Ireland competition has announced that for the first time in its four-decade history, it will not include a swimwear catwalk as part of the grand finale
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Speaking to Belfast Live, Victoria said: "We’ve decided to remove the bikini section from the final catwalk section that takes place at the Gala Final event at the Europa. She continued: "For me as the new license holder, the meaning of this contest is to celebrate these young women’s strengths, achievements and aspirations and to encourage them to embrace their individuality and confidence so by removing the bikini section from the show it marks a new chapter that ensures the images the contest project is not just beautiful, but also empowering and inclusive.
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