Andrew Fleming appointed New Londonderry Chamber President

“The north west city region is brimming with potential, just waiting to be unlocked,” Mr Fleming told members at their annual general meeting.

“I am grateful to become president in what is a very positive time for our region with the executive’s commitment to regional balance and review of Invest NI, the signing of the Derry-Londonderry and Strabane region City Deal, the work of the university taskforce and ambitious plans as part of the all-island strategic rail review, to name but a few.

“This progress has been aided by the diligent team at Derry Chamber and the many excellent presidents that have come before me.

“I believe the time for talking and signing agreements is over – now is the time to see diggers in the ground and cranes in the air, and the foundations of our future being laid.

“Now is the opportunity for our people to be invested in, as well as our region.”

Mr Fleming committed to being the voice for local businesses and endeavouring to promote “the crucial collaborative partnerships that are needed between our public, private and education sectors”.

“I believe that the north west city region is a powerful concept and should continue to develop and promote ambitious regional collaborations,” he said.