There was notable religious objection to its reinstallation, and when the Quadrant was refurbished the carving was placed in storage. After public outcry aided by the local newspaper the South Wales Evening Post, the Devil was placed back once more to watch over St. Mary's.
There was significant opposition to its reinstatement, and when the Quadrant was renovated, the carving was placed in storage. Public outcry, fueled by local newspaper coverage, the South Wales Evening Post, led to the Devil's return to St. Mary's.