Mayoral statement regarding viable device
28 October 2026
Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council Cllr Grace Uí Niallais has condemned the incident involving a viable device at Ebrington last night and expressed her concern and solidarity with everyone impacted.
Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council Cllr Grace Uí Niallais has condemned the incident involving a viable device at Ebrington last night and expressed her concern and solidarity with everyone impacted.
She said: “My thoughts are with the staff and anyone impacted. This was a serious and reckless incident which has no doubt caused trauma to all involved.
“We will not go back to the past but instead look forward to the fantastic four days of Halloween celebrations ahead. Derry is world-renowned for its Halloween festival, and our focus remains firmly on showcasing the very best of our city and our people.
“Halloween is the best of us and I will be encouraging everyone to come along, enjoy the celebrations and be part of what makes Derry such a special place."
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