Video: Martina Anderson encourages Derry to take part in Light for Ireland - Solidarity with the World coronavirus initiative

The 'Light for Ireland - Solidarity with the World' initiative will take place tomorrow night, Wednesday, March 25 between 9.00pm and 10pm.

People will be asked to light a candle, place a message beside it, and take a photo and upload it to a social media platform.

She said: “We all know it’s been a tough few weeks for everyone with the coronavirus pandemic.

“We are encouraging people to take part in the Light for Ireland - Solidarity with the World.

"Simply light a candle, place a solidarity message beside it, take a photo and upload it to Facebook and Twitter between 9.00pm and 10.00pm on Wednesday night using the hashtag - #LightForIreland

“The message of support could be to our healthcare workers, pharmacy staff ,people working in shops and providing essential services. It could be a simple message to a family member or friend living in another part of the world or a message of hope it’s up to you.