Letter to the Editor: Name Derry's new Pennyburn bridge the Gaza Bridge

Dear Sir/Madam,I understand that the new footbridge over the Pennyburn in Derry is due to be completed soon. I would like to make a name suggestion.

Given the overwhelming support for the Gazan/ Palestinian people who are the victims of Israeli aggression in the Holy Land I would like to suggest either the 'Gaza Bridge' or the 'Palestine Bridge'.

This would show the Gazan people just how much support and love there is for them in Derry City and hopefully if any of them come here as refugees it would make them feel very welcome in the city.

Perhaps a step too far, but the bridge could be painted in the colours of the Palestine flag - that would be amazing and dare I say, a great tourist attraction.

Derry's new footbridge at Pennyburn.placeholder image
Derry's new footbridge at Pennyburn.

Kind Regards,

Harry.

(Name and address supplied)

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Thousands of protesters marching in Derry previously in solidarity with the people of Palestine during the war on Gaza. Photo: George Sweeneyplaceholder image
Thousands of protesters marching in Derry previously in solidarity with the people of Palestine during the war on Gaza. Photo: George Sweeney

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