City Centre Initiative

City Centre Initiative City Centre Initiative (CCI)
1-3 Waterloo Place
Derry ~ Londonderry
BT48 6BT
028 71 360169

City Centre Initiative (CCI) was established in April 2000 as a partnership between the private and public sectors. The Company’s key objective is to maintain the city as clean, safe and friendly and works with partners and stakeholders, such as Derry City Council, Department for Social Development, PSNI and the private sector to do this. CCI believe in a partnership approach for the effective man

agement of its core area. CCI is the dedicated town centre management organisation for the City of Derry-Londonderry and was established to develop, manage and initiate a number of projects designed to promote the commercial vitality and viability of the city centre. CCI’s Board is currently made up of representatives from the public and private sector. Core funders for CCI are Derry City Council, (DCC), Department for Social Development, (DSD), and the Police Service Northern Ireland, (PSNI). Our City has a rich cultural heritage and with a strong vision for the future Derry-Londonderry must ensure that our city centre is well-placed to meet the demands of its residents, business community and visitors and can respond to the challenges of being Northern Ireland’s ‘second city’. A strong city centre management organisation that can engage all members of the city centre community presents therefore real opportunities for Derry-Londonderry.

Brighten The City: Enter the CCI Floral Competition 2026! 🌸We are delighted to announce the return of the City Centre In...
10/06/2026

Brighten The City: Enter the CCI Floral Competition 2026! 🌸

We are delighted to announce the return of the City Centre Initiative Floral Competition - our annual celebration of colour, creativity, and civic pride in the heart of city, sponsored by Altnagelvin Garden Centre.

Each year, businesses across the city centre help transform our streets into a vibrant floral showcase throughout the spring and summer months. From eyecatching hanging baskets and window boxes to imaginative planters and shop front displays, every contribution plays a part in creating a more welcoming and attractive environment for everyone.

This competition is more than just decoration - it’s about the collective effort to enhance the experience of shoppers, visitors, and residents alike. It’s also a wonderful opportunity to be recognised for going the extra mile in making our city a more beautiful place.

We encourage all city centre businesses and resident to get involved and bring some colour to our streets this summer!

Enter via our website - https://cciderry-londonderry.com/floral-competition/

On an inspection this morning our wardens found an unsecured derelict property within the city centre. Speaking to nearb...
05/06/2026

On an inspection this morning our wardens found an unsecured derelict property within the city centre. Speaking to nearby residents it is believed that groups of young people may be frequenting this property at night.

We have reported this to the appropriate agencies, to have the property secured as soon as possible.

An adventure can quickly turn into mis-adventure when entering hazardous environments such as these...

As we approach the brighter nights and the school holidays, we would urge parents and carers to have conversations with your young people about the dangers of entering derelict properties, vacant properties and building sites.

Stay Safe - Team CCI

Today over 400 children from various schools took part in a 'Walk The Walls Challenge' to raise vital funds for local ch...
05/06/2026

Today over 400 children from various schools took part in a 'Walk The Walls Challenge' to raise vital funds for local charity, Children in Crossfire.

On September 28th, 1996 - Children In Crossfire was launched with a very similar walk, around Derrys famous Walls. The aim being to make life better for children growing up in the crossfire of injustice and poverty around the world.

The sound of so many joyous children walking, laughing and having fun was very heart warming today ♥️

Well Done to each and every one of you,

Team CCI

Love Heritage NI Visit Derry

🚧🚦𝐓𝐎𝐌𝐎𝐑𝐑𝐎𝐖 - 𝐅𝐑𝐈𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝟓𝐓𝐇 𝐉𝐔𝐍𝐄 🚦🚧𝐑𝐎𝐀𝐃 𝐂𝐋𝐎𝐒𝐔𝐑𝐄 𝐅𝐎𝐘𝐋𝐄 𝐁𝐑𝐈𝐃𝐆𝐄From: Caw RoundaboutTo: Culmore RoundaboutCommencing: Friday 5t...
04/06/2026

🚧🚦𝐓𝐎𝐌𝐎𝐑𝐑𝐎𝐖 - 𝐅𝐑𝐈𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝟓𝐓𝐇 𝐉𝐔𝐍𝐄 🚦🚧

𝐑𝐎𝐀𝐃 𝐂𝐋𝐎𝐒𝐔𝐑𝐄 𝐅𝐎𝐘𝐋𝐄 𝐁𝐑𝐈𝐃𝐆𝐄
From: Caw Roundabout
To: Culmore Roundabout
Commencing: Friday 5th June 04:00 - 07:00
Required for: Essential Maintenance
Alternative Route: Craigavon Bridge Upper

𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐄 𝐂𝐋𝐎𝐒𝐔𝐑𝐄 𝐅𝐎𝐘𝐋𝐄 𝐁𝐑𝐈𝐃𝐆𝐄
From: Caw Roundabout
To: Culmore Roundabout
Commencing: Friday 5th June 09:30 - 16:30
Required for: Inspection

𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐄 𝐂𝐋𝐎𝐒𝐔𝐑𝐄
Road: Queens Quay, Derry
From: Harbour Square Roundabout
To: Queens Quay Roundabout
Commencing: Friday 5th June 06:00 - 14:00
Required for: Works access

We have reported an ongoing issue with the street lighting on Orchard Street to the Department for Infrastructure. We ho...
02/06/2026

We have reported an ongoing issue with the street lighting on Orchard Street to the Department for Infrastructure. We hope that it is repaired soon and will follow up over the coming days to check on progress 💡

As well as carrying out two full street lighting audits annually, we also regularly check and report on street lighting faults as they occur. If you have an issue in your area, you can report it here:

https://www.nidirect.gov.uk/services/report-street-light-fault

Or...let us know and we will be happy to assist 😊

Team CCI

As part of their daily core duties, our wardens operate, service and maintain over 20 public realm bollards throughout t...
02/06/2026

As part of their daily core duties, our wardens operate, service and maintain over 20 public realm bollards throughout the city centre.

These bollards restrict vehicular access to various areas outside of the designated delivery/loading times, creating safer spaces for everyone!

Our wardens are always on hand to assist permit holders as well as ensuring the emergency services are facilitated when the need arises.

Permits for access are administered by the Department for Infrastructure and our wardens can grant access, only on presentation of a valid permit.

In January 2026 our wardens reached out to Northern Ireland Water asking for assistance removing graffiti from their pum...
29/05/2026

In January 2026 our wardens reached out to Northern Ireland Water asking for assistance removing graffiti from their pumping station in the Victoria Market area. It was quite an eyesore. We are very grateful for their response.

The Pumping Station has been fully cleared and a graffiti protection coating applied. This will ensure it stays clean and clear in the months and years ahead.

Thank you from all the team, at City Centre Initiative


Another glorious day! ☀️Our wardens have been out and about today checking on the Foyle Embankment and along the Quay. T...
28/05/2026

Another glorious day! ☀️

Our wardens have been out and about today checking on the Foyle Embankment and along the Quay. They have made a list of actions, checked the public access defibrillators, lifebuoys and carried out some investigative work at Fort George Jetty were next week we will be carrying out some maintenance work to prepare for the Foyle Maritime Festival

UPDATE: REUNITED 😊Happy Saturday Everyone! Our wardens on duty this morning have found this lovely crocheted blanket on ...
23/05/2026

UPDATE: REUNITED 😊

Happy Saturday Everyone!

Our wardens on duty this morning have found this lovely crocheted blanket on the Derry Walls. We know just how much of a treasured possession this is to a little Derry Walls adventurer somewhere.

We would love to reunite it with them...

If you hear of any "wee critter" missing their blankie, share the message ❤️

Team CCI

Visit Derry Love Heritage NI

We have been made aware of the following upcoming temporary traffic regulations from Department of Infrastructure. We wi...
22/05/2026

We have been made aware of the following upcoming temporary traffic regulations from Department of Infrastructure. We wish to make you aware to assist with your forward planning. 🚧🚦

𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐄 𝐂𝐋𝐎𝐒𝐔𝐑𝐄 𝐖𝐈𝐓𝐇 𝐃𝐈𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐒𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐑𝐘 𝐌𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐔𝐑𝐄𝐒
Road: Duke Street, Derry
From: Duke Street Roundabout
To: Craigavon Bridge
Commencing: Friday 22nd - Sun 24th May 19:00 - 07:00
Required for: Emergency Asphalt Patching
Alternative Route: Diversion 1: CRESCENT LINK, CLOONEY ROAD, MADAM'S BANK ROAD, CULMORE ROAD, STRAND ROAD, QUEENS QUAY, FOYLE EMBANKMENT, JOHN STREET, CRAIGAVON BRIDGE UPPER, CRAIGAVON BRIDGE LOWER, VICTORIA ROAD, SPENCER ROAD, DUKE STREET, WATERSIDE LINK, KINGS STREET, GLENDERMOTT ROAD, DUNGIVEN ROAD

𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐄 𝐂𝐋𝐎𝐒𝐔𝐑𝐄
Road: Clarendon Street, Derry
From: Strand Road
To: Northland Road
Commencing: Monday 25th May - Wednesday 27th May 09:30 - 16:30
Required for: NI Water

𝐑𝐎𝐀𝐃 𝐂𝐋𝐎𝐒𝐔𝐑𝐄
Road: Strand Road, Derry (22-24)
Commencing: Sunday 31st May 09:30 - 16:30
Required for: Firmus Energy
Alternative Route: Diversion 1: STRAND ROAD, LOWER CLARENDON STREET, QUEENSQUAY, FOYLE EMBANKMENT, GREAT JAMES STREET

𝐑𝐎𝐀𝐃 𝐂𝐋𝐎𝐒𝐔𝐑𝐄
Road: Foyle Street, Derry
Commencing: Sunday 14th June 04:00 - 16:00
Required for: Crane Hire - Foyleside Shopping Centre
Alternative Route: Diversion 1: WATER STREET, FOYLE EMBANKMENT

𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐄 𝐂𝐋𝐎𝐒𝐔𝐑𝐄
Road: Francis Street, Derry
From: 30m from Great James St & Francis St junction to 30m from Great James St.
Commencing: Sunday 7th June 08:00 - 18:00
Required for: BT

Derry City & Strabane District Council

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1-3 Waterloo Place
Derry
BT486BT

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

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+442871360169

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