New High Sheriff of Derry welcomed to the Guildhall

The Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council, Cllr Lilian Seenoi Barr held a reception in the Guildhall to mark the handover of the office of High Sheriff.

The Mayor welcomed the new High Sheriff of The County Borough of Londonderry, Brian Dougherty to the Guildhall on Monday morning. Also present was the outgoing High Sheriff, Archdeacon of Derry, Ven. Robert Miller.

Speaking after the handover, Mayor Barr added: “It was a wonderful opportunity to learn more about the vital role of the High Sheriff in our city and district, and to extend my best wishes to Brian as he takes on this prestigious role.

"A heartfelt thank you to Ven. Robert Miller for his dedicated service during his tenure, and I look forward to the positive impact Brian will undoubtedly make. I wish him every success in his new role.”

PICTURED ABOVE: The Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council, Cllr Lilian Seenoi-Barr pictured welcoming the new High Sheriff of The County Borough of Londonderry, Brian Dougherty to the Guildhall on Monday morning last. Included from left are: Ian Crowe, MBE, Mrs. Frances Doherty (Brian's mother) and Linda Curry (sister).