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Call for Derry's 'Hands Across the Divide' sculpture to be illuminated

The 'Hands Across the Divide' sculpture situated at the city side end of Craigavon Bridge

Call for Derry's 'Hands Across the Divide' sculpture to be illuminated

The Hands Across the Divide sculpture

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03 Feb 2025 11:33 AM

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The Department for Infrastructure has been asked to consider lighting up the 'Hands Across the Divide' sculpture situated at the city side end of Craigavon Bridge in Derry.
Sinn Féin councillor Aisling Hutton said: “This is probably one the most busy roundabouts in our city  and this sculpture is one of the first things that greets visitors and citizens alike when driving into our city centre.
“The sculpture which is entitled 'Hands Across the Divide' and produced by Maurice Harron is now one of the most iconic sites in our city.
“It’s is widely celebrated in photographs, paintings, postcards and many documentaries and films about Derry.
“I have written to the  Department for Infrastructure and asked if they would look into the possibility of illuminating the sculpture at night.
“I believe this would greatly enhance what is a gateway into our city centre, add to our local tourist product and show off what is an excellent piece of art."

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