Protest to be held tomorrow against gambling arcades in Derry city centre

Independent Councillors on Derry City and Strabane District Council have organised a protest against gambling arcades in Derry city centre.

The protest has been organised by councillors Sean Carr, Gary Donnelly, Paul Gallagher, Darren O'Reilly and Warren Robinson.

It will be held at Bishop Street Courthouse tomorrow (Friday June 30th) at 10am.

The protest comes after the granting of a gaming licence for 70 gaming machines in a city centre location by Bishop Street Courthouse last week.

The court's decision overturned a unanimous decision by Derry City and Strabane District Council to refuse this company a licence.

Another new gambling arcade planned for William Street has also met opposition from council.

A spokesperson for the protest said: "Please come along and show your support."