Welcome to Ilex
Ilex urc was established to promote the physical, economic and social regeneration of Derry~Londonderry and has specific responsibility to manage and re-develop two former military bases of Ebrington (26 acres) and Fort George (14 acres). Mixed-use development is envisaged for both sites and revitalisation of the riverfront is a key objective. Derry~Londonderry has a population of over 107,000 and a hinterland of 350,000.
Comprehensive Baseline Study Published by Ilex
As part of the Regeneration Planning process Ilex has completed a review of all available socio-economic data relating to the Derry City Council Area. The results have now been compiled and are presented within Ward Statistical Briefing Reports and Ward Profile Summary Reports for the Derry City Council area. Within the summary reports citizens will be able to see at a glance where their ward is ranked across almost 100 socio-economic indicators including, age, ethnicity, gender, religion and disability. Themes include population, health, education , employment and environment. For those who wish more detailed analysis the Statistical Briefing Reports contain much more information by age, disability, gender, family status and religion as well as detailed maps of the ward boundaries. To view reports click here
Announcement of Peace Bridge Construction
Deputy First Minister, Martin McGuinness, and Social Development Minister, Margaret Ritchie, today announced the commencement of construction of Derry ~ Londonderry's new Peace Bridge which will link the former military base at Ebrington to the Guildhall.
14th January 2010 Click here to read Press Release
Regeneration Plan Terms of Reference and Timelines
To read Sir Roy McNulty's note on the Regeneration Plan process please click this link...
Net result for Second Level pupils
One pupil from every Second level school in the City has been presented with a netbook by Ilex for taking part in the City wide Broadband Internet survey. To read the full press release please click this link...
The Peace Bridge
Peace Bridge launched. Read full press release below.
Image 1 - The Peace Bridge. View of Ebrington
Image 2 - The Peace Bridge. Structural Handshake
Image 3 - Hands across the divide sculpture
Image 4 - The Peace Bridge. View of City
Image 5 - The Peace Bridge. Side view towards Ebrington
Image 6 - The Peace Bridge. Aerial View
Image 7 - The Peace Bridge. Towards Ebrington
Image 8 - The Peace Bridge by night
Image 9 - Pedestrains & cyclist on Peace Bridge