City Centre Initiative (CCI) was established in April 2000 as a partnership between the private and public sectors. The company’s key objective is to maintain the city as clean, safe and vibrant and works with partners and key stakeholders in the private, public and community sectors to do this. We believe in a partnership approach for the effective management of the core economic area.

CCI is the dedicated city centre management organisation Derry-Londonderry and is responsible for developing, initiating and managing a number of projects designed to promote the commercial vitality and viability of the city centre.

We recommend Derry as a place to live, work and learn because…

Derry~Londonderry is a great place to live, work, and invest, thanks to the city’s diverse historical, cultural, and innovative identity. The city’s location, along with its range of attractions, shopping outlets, and award-winning restaurants and bars, make the city an unmissable destination.

Investment in the digital and fintech sector has made Derry~Londonderry a leader in cutting-edge technology services, reflecting the city’s forward-thinking ambitions. The city’s strong arts, culture and tourism offering make the city a vibrant and colourful place to live and work.

Since the first UK City of Culture was awarded to Derry~Londonderry in 2013, the city has gone from strength to strength, attracting both local and global investors who have built upon its successes. In addition to this, the city has also maintained its Purple Flag status for 10 years running, an achievement that allows locals, businesses and visitors to identify the city as an entertaining, safe and enjoyable place to be.

Our City has a rich heritage and a strong vision for the future. Our city centre is well placed to meet the demands of its residents, business community and visitors. Through our strong partnerships, we can respond to the challenges of being a creative, vibrant and prosperous area to live, work, invest or visit.