Floral planters along Derry’s quayside. Photo: Lorcan Doherty Photography.
NEWS that Derry has once again secured the City category in the annual Ulster In Bloom competition has been welcomed by the Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council, Cllr Elisha McCallion.
Praising all those involved in helping the city retain the prestigious horticultural crown, the Mayor said the city was truly deserving of the award and extended her thanks to the Council’s grounds maintenance and cleansing teams who have spent weeks working to make the city bloom.
She said she was delighted that the efforts of everyone involved had been rewarded by the Ulster in Bloom judges.
“This is brilliant news and I am really and truly delighted. I have remarked on so many occasions how gorgeous the place looks, the floral displays around the Peace Bridge area and all along the Quay and the roundabouts at King Street and Harbour Square, are only phenomenal. Well done to everyone involved you really deserve this award, “ she said.
The Mayor added that the city and district’s participation in the Ulster in Bloom awards was important in terms of boosting morale and encouraging a sense of pride across the region.
“Derry is a great city with great people and we should be extremely proud of this latest achievement. It is up to all of us to do our bit to keep it clean and tidy and help in whatever way we can to ensure it continues to bloom and secure top awards!”
The Ulster in Bloom competition, now in its 37th year attracts entries from Councils, local businesses and community organisations across the region.
Ulster in Bloom is administered, supported and coordinated by NILGA, the Northern Ireland Local Government Association and the competition is generously funded by Translink.
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