Archaeologist Patrick Wallace, who led the 1970s excavation of the site, said he would love to see the area fully excavated – but he doesn’t support the demolition plans.
Going into town as neurodiverse person that is autistic feels like an impossible task. The noise coming from loud speakers, traffic, hate preachers on megaphones, and renditions of “Wonderwall” and Ed Sheeran songs coming from buskers’ amps makes it overwhelming to the senses for autistic people to come into the city. I decided to make this the main narrative of my illustration.
I am an illustrator based in Belfast. I enjoy drawing buildings, landscapes, and more. You can find me on Instagram at @jamesashestudio and can reach me for commissions at jamesashestudio.com.
"The idea for this cover was an ode to the post workers, couriers and delivery drivers who just (literally) carried the Christmas season on their backs."