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04 Apr 2026

Derry's Meenan Square development to be completed within two years

The Executive Office confirmed is expected to see work begin in spring next year with a target completion by the winter of 2027

Public views being sought on Derry's multi-million-pound Meenan Square project

Proposed streetscape view from Lecky Road

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01 Apr 2025 12:33 PM

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Sinn Féin Foyle MLA Pádraig Delargy has welcomed a progress update from the Executive Office on the plans to redevelop Meenan Square.
The Foyle MLA said: “I wrote to the First Minister and deputy First Minister for an update on the Meenan Square site which sets out an indicative timeline for delivery of the project including the steps involved in the process.
“They have replied to say that a  positive public consultation allowing the community to have their say on proposals for the redevelopment of Meenan Square has recently ended.
“The Executive Office confirmed that a planning application was submitted on January 29 past and a successful outcome to that process is expected to see work begin in spring next year with a target completion by the winter of 2027.
“This development represents a huge investment in the heart of the Bogside that will see the construction of a new community hub, much-needed social housing and other local amenities.
“It will also signal the total transformation of a site which has become an eyesore and a source of anti-community behaviour which has blighted the lives of local residents for many years.
“I am sure those residents and the wider community will be delighted that, finally, the site is set to be put to a positive use.”

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