John Doherty said about the Tories: “Thank god they are out.” When asked about his opinion on the 14 years of Conservatives in charge, John said: “Rubbish.” John believes that a United Ireland is going to come around, “some time” he said.

placeholder image — John Doherty said about the Tories: “Thank god they are out.” When asked about his opinion on the 14 years of Conservatives in charge, John said: “Rubbish.” John believes that a United Ireland is going to come around, “some time” he said.

Watch: The people of Derry share their thoughts on the General Election

By Jack Tibbetts

Published 8th Jul 2024, 16:21 BST

Updated 9th Jul 2024, 09:16 BST

14 years of Conservative leadership has ended with a Labour Party win, but how do the people of Derry feel about it?

The Journal asked the people of Derry about their hopes with the Labour Party in charge, how they would summarise the Conservative rule and the possibility of a United Ireland?

(Photos by George Sweeney / Derry Journal)

5. Ralph Street. Photo: George Sweeney

Ralph Street also wanted to see urgent action on addressing the health crisis. “The NHS, get that fixed," he said. On the Conservative Party's 14 year tenure in power, he added: “It wasn't great, was it, too busy fighting amongst themselves. The last guy wasn't even elected.” On the possibility of a United Ireland Ralph said: "Maybe; not a no, it's a maybe." Photo: George Sweeney

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Watch: The people of Derry share their thoughts on the General Election

14 years of Conservative leadership has ended with a Labour Party win, but how do the people of Derry feel about it?

5. Ralph Street. Photo: George Sweeney

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