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06/06/2017
Maolíosa McHugh Named New Mayor Of Derry City And Strabane Council
Sinn Fein councillor Maolíosa McHugh has been elected as the new Mayor of Derry City and Strabane Council.
He succeeds the DUP's Hilary McClintock.
Cllr McHugh pledged to provide "civic leadership and support to all communities".
He said: "Already strong links have been forged with our neighbours in the Donegal Council area and I will continue to encourage and support the development of these strong bonds as we work together to mitigate the impending negative effects of Brexit.
"During my time as Mayor I will work tirelessly to attract investment to this City and District and will welcome the opportunity to meet with trade delegations, potential investors and others to promote this city and region."
(CD/MH)
He succeeds the DUP's Hilary McClintock.
Cllr McHugh pledged to provide "civic leadership and support to all communities".
He said: "Already strong links have been forged with our neighbours in the Donegal Council area and I will continue to encourage and support the development of these strong bonds as we work together to mitigate the impending negative effects of Brexit.
"During my time as Mayor I will work tirelessly to attract investment to this City and District and will welcome the opportunity to meet with trade delegations, potential investors and others to promote this city and region."
(CD/MH)
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