The SDLP is calling for improvement works to be carried out in the Fern Park area of Galliagh.

Residents have been contacting Derry City Councillor Brian Tierney with concerns about the grounds in the estate, and the poor condition the area is in.

Councillor Tierney said: "I have visited the estate and taken a walk around with residents, some of whom feel the area has been ignored by the Housing Executive and left in a run-down state for quite some time.

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"This is simply not good enough and I am now calling for improvement works to be carried out in and around the Fern Park area.

"I have spoken to the Teamwork's Programme run by Shantallow Community Residents Association that can offer a community enhancement programme to spruce up the area.

"I have asked for a site meeting with both them and Housing Executive officials this week with a view to getting this work under way as soon as possible."

(CD/JP)