Today, Ilex’s Chair, Philip Flynn welcomed the Department of the Environment’s announcement of planning approval for the 26-acre Ebrington site.Philip Flynn said: “I welcome the...
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Today, Ilex’s Chair, Philip Flynn welcomed the Department of the Environment’s announcement of planning approval for the 26-acre Ebrington site.Philip Flynn said: “I welcome the DoE Minister’s decision to grant planning permission for Ebrington. This is a significant step in...
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Award-Winning Photography Training Facility Engage Live Hosts Open Day In Derry~Londonderry Photography enthusiasts from across the UK and Ireland are being invited to the official launch of a new state-of-the-art training facility in Derry~Londonderry, when Engage Live hosts its first Open...
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The Peace Bridge and Ebrington Square have won yet another prestigious award, the Academy of Urbanism’s Great Place Award, which was presented at the 2015 Urbanism Awards ceremony in London today.Mel Higgins, Ilex’s Chief Executive said: “We are delighted that...
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Acting First Minister, Arlene Foster and deputy First Minister, Martin McGuinness today officially opened the Creative Hub at Ebrington. Known as Eighty81 and managed by Blick Studios, the Hub houses 16 companies employing 41 people across a wide range of...
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An 80ft piece of graffiti art created by young people in Derry-Londonderry and Strabane will go on public display this week to mark the beginning of a major arts festival in the city.The city is set to host ‘Release the...
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The Walled City Brewery has today officially opened in Building 70 at Ebrington Square. Owned by local man James Huey, this new business will brew and sell authentic premium quality new world beer on site. With 12 years experience in...
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The Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council, Councillor Elisha McCallion today launched a citizen survey which will be used to help shape a plan designed to improve the quality of life of residents within this district. Speaking at the...
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Curious minds and creative thinkers across the North West will be encouraged to get involved in a new project launched today, focusing on opportunities in science, technology, engineering and maths for children and young people.The Science and Innovation Programme is...
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Northern Ireland needs more than 1,900 new technology professionals each year to fill increasingly complex, high value-added jobs. Ilex has joined forces with Nuprint Technologies, Fast Technologies, All State, Seagate, 8Over8, Kofax, Learning Pool, the Department of Education,and Ulster University...
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• Northern Ireland’s Peace Bridge over the River Foyle features as a First Class stamp• Royal Mail vans in Derry/Londonderry will also feature an image of the stamp• A special Postmark will appear on mail from 5 March to mark...
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The new Creative Industries Space at Eighty81 is seeking applications for:Creative Industries workspaceExhibition/Gallery spaceNEST business incubation programmeFor further information and applications go to www.eightyeightyone.com or email christine@eightyeightyone.com.
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Derry skaters were treated to a thrilling display by some of the best skaters in the business, when two of the Belfast Giants dropped in to the Legenderry on Ice rink to show off their skills today at Ebrington Square.Skating...
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The festive season will officially be stepping up a gear this weekend in Derry as the Christmas Village in Ebrington Square throws open its doors for business, bringing some Christmas cheer to the city from Friday November 28 – December...
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It’s time to get the skates on in Derry as Legenderry on Ice returns for a second year to Ebrington Square. Building on last year’s success, the organisers have this year increased the size of the rink by 33% to...
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First Minister the Rt. Hon. Peter D. Robinson MLA and deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness MLA today announced the completion of a £5.5million capital project at Ebrington.The project includes a 214-space car park, new access to the Belfast and Dublin...
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Ilex, the urban regeneration company for Derry~Londonderry today announced that a craft brewery will locate in Building 70 at Ebrington Square. The Walled City Brewery will create premium quality new world beer which will be brewed and sold on site...
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Ebrington is the place for family fun, as a Monster Hallowe’en Funfair opens at Ebrington Square this Friday, joining Chateau Le Fear’s very popular Haunted House.With two roller coasters, including for the first time ever in Derry a Wild Mouse...
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Hallowe'en Haunted House @ EbringtonOpening Friday, 17th October(Until Sunday 2nd Nov; from 5pm weekdays, 1pm Saturdays, Sundays & school holidays)It’s Hallowe’en so let’s have a party, there’s no shortage of spirits! Welcome to Château le Fear and to its various...
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The Minister, along with DOE Planning Chief Fiona McCandless, has now relocated to Ebrington. The new regional HQ will accommodate 25 people.Commenting on the significance of the move Mark H Durkan said: “I am delighted that today sees the opening...
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The Mayor and the Age Friendly City Region Partnership today launched the Mighty Oak Ambassador programme, the next stage in progressing the World Health Organisation Age Friendly Initiative in the North West. The Age Friendly City Region is an objective...
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Derry~Londonderry’s MTV weekend celebrations have been hailed a huge success by its organisers Derry City Council.The Mayor Cllr Brenda Stevenson said she was extremely proud of the city for successfully hosting an international music event of this scale and featuring...
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London/Londonderry, 24 July 2014: MTV has announced plans to ‘crash’ Derry’s Ebrington Square and stage this year’s second MTV Crashes live music event in late September.MTV Crashes Derry - Londonderry will be staged in collaboration with Derry City Council in...
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Ilex today announced the appointment of Blick Studios as operator of the Creative Hub at Buildings 80 and 81 at Ebrington. Blick Studios will manage the Creative Hub, securing tenants from a variety of creative disciplines, including design related industries,...
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Ilex, the urban regeneration company for Derry~Londonderry has released the results of a digital media survey, to determine the access young people have to digital media. This is the second survey to be conducted by Ilex, researching access to broadband...
Read MoreTo accommodate the Walled City Marathon, the Peace Bridge will be closed on Sunday 1st June from 10am to 1pm. We apologise for any inconvenience.
Read MoreIlex urban regeneration company has expressed serious concern at the smashing of a glass panel on the Peace Bridge over the weekend. Ilex’s Paul Doherty said: “We are extremely disappointed that individuals have, once again, vandalised the Peace Bridge. In...
Read More“Linking Creatively” is an innovative arts and wellbeing project hosted by Arts Care, conceptualised and coordinated by Arts Care visual artist Patricia Lavery. The Public Health Agency and Big Lottery Fund have funded, with the support of the Arts Council...
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Ilex, the urban regeneration company has launched a Digital Derry map, showcasing local businesses in the digital and I.T. sector in the city. The map was launched on Friday at a Creating SMART skills for the NW SMART economy event...
Read MoreMicrosoft today launched its “Education Global Forum” in Barcelona, recognising the best of worldwide innovative teaching and learning through technology. The event is being attended by Lena McMorrow, Vice Principal of St. Mary’s College who is representing the school and...
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Urban regeneration company Ilex today announced the appointment of Mel Higgins as its new Chief Executive. A native of Co. Derry, Mr Higgins has worked in Ilex since 2011. Announcing the appointment Philip Flynn, Chairman of Ilex commented: “I am...
Read MoreIlex, in partnership with Derry Healthy Cities, launched the Age Friendly City Charter in June 2013, to make our city more age friendly. The aims of the Charter have been to drive forward a campaign placing older people’s views and...
Read MoreIlex, the urban regeneration company is delighted to announce that Derry~Londonderry has become the first WorldHost Destination City in the UK. The WorldHost steering group was established in November 2011 with training rolled out across the city from January 2012. ...
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Ilex urc, in partnership with Foyle Learning Community, has conducted a second online survey to determine how young people access digital media. The online survey was rolled out to all post primary schools in the Derry City Council area. In...
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This week Ilex launched Stage 2 of the Ebrington Development Framework public consultation, which demonstrates the potential for approximately 2,400 jobs on site (not including construction jobs). When developed to full capacity under the framework, Ebrington would contribute additional GVA...
Read MoreIlex, the urban regeneration company today announced that the Apprentice Boys of Derry has become the 300th business in the city to successfully receive World Host recognition, having completed the prestigious customer service training programme. The Northern Ireland Tourist Board...
Read MoreThousands are expected to turn out this Friday (17th Jan) to the Peace Garden / Foyle St Car Park for the first Music City 2014 Legacy event when Edith Bowman (from Radio 1) will introduce performances on the Live Music...
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