THE Department of Social Development has announced funding of over £60,000 to revamp visitor signage in Derry.
The funding has been provided to the new Derry City and Strabane District Council to update the ‘Interpretation panels’ and the Walled City maps within the City Centre of Derry.
In total, 28 maps and panels will be renewed, with an additional 14 to be installed on new stands in and around the City Centre.
Announcing the funding, Minister Mervyn Storey said: “This is an excellent project which will provide new maps and interpretative panels to exhibit the key tourist attractions of Derry, including the Peace Bridge and the Peace Flame.
“The new signage will assist the significant number of tourists and local people who choose to explore the City and will enable them to enjoy the many attractions that the City has, while being informed of its rich history.”
Ascot Signs have been appointed by Derry City and Strabane District Council to carry out the manufacture and installation of the new signs.
Work has commenced on the manufacture of the signage with all signage expected to be completed by 31 October 2015.
Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council, Cllr Elisha McCallion, welcomed the new signage panels saying they would enhance the city’s tourism offerings.
She said: “These high quality maps and interpretative panels will contribute to enhancing the attractiveness of the City Centre’s Public Realm, as well as showcasing the City’s tourism attractions and providing information about what the City has to offer.”