Strand Road Resurfacing to start next week
‘This is one neglected road finally getting the attention it deserves’
Confirmation that “long-overdue” resurfacing works along the Strand Road, between Duncreggan Road and Quayside roundabout has been welcomed by Foyle MLA Mark H Durkan (SDLP).
The work will be be carried out between Sunday, August 2 and Sunday, August 16, 2026.
A full road closure will be in place between 7pm and 7am to facilitate these works.
Mr Durkan said: “After a number of setbacks, I'm pleased that work to resurface the Strand Road is finally on course to begin next week. These works were originally due to get underway earlier this year, that was after many years of fighting for action.
“The Strand Road is one of the main arterial routes into our city, used by thousands of motorists every day. For too long its condition has been a source of frustration for residents, commuters and businesses alike. I’ve consistently raised concerns about the deteriorating state of the road and pressed the Infrastructure Minister to ensure this essential work was prioritised.
“I’m pleased that the Department has agreed to my proposal to have these works carried out overnight to minimise disruption for motorists and local businesses.
“This is one neglected road finally getting the attention it deserves but there are many more across our city still in desperate need of investment including throughout Creggan and Ballymagroarty. I'll continue fighting to ensure roads across Derry receive the funding and maintenance they have been waiting for, for far too long.”