The City Cemetery in L'Derry's Creggan has been successfully extended.

Work was delivered to provide over 800 new plots in the Kildrum Gardens site, extending the operational life of the City Cemetery for new plots by a minimum of four years.

E Quinn Civils Ltd carried out the works over the past year. They also involved the extension of an associated access road from the existing cemetery site and additional parking spaces provided along the new access road. All of the works were carried out in close consultation and engagement with the local community who have been very understanding and supportive throughout the process.

Speaking about the works, the Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council Cllr Sandra Duffy, said: "Council is delighted to see this work completed and the additional grave space now available to the public. Council want to acknowledge the important role the local community played in facilitating these works. These essential works have successfully alleviated pressures on space at the City Cemetery as we move forward with our plans for the new Cemetery at Mullennan Road, which will provide a further 20 year burial space provision."

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The Council's Head of Environment and Building Control, Conor Canning advised that the new Kildrum extension to the City Cemetery was operational from Monday 28 November 2022, and will cover over two levels.

He said visitors to this new area are asked to note that parking is only available at the upper tier and access to both levels is via a one way system with no parking allowed along its length in the interests of Health and Safety.

"We are very pleased to have this additional cemetery space operational and would appeal to the public to follow the instructions provided at the Cemetery and co-operate fully with Cemetery staff at all times," Canning added. "Should you require any further information please contact the City Cemetery office on 028 71362615 where the staff will deal with your enquiry."