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Sacred Heart Primary School, Derry

Student Council meet the Mayor!

29th Nov 2025

Our Student Council had a fantastic outing to meet the Mayor of Derry City & Strabane District, Ruairi McHugh.

Mayor McHugh was so welcoming, he told us all about his job and what it’s like to be Mayor of our city. He even joined in a Q&A session, and the questions from our pupils were amazing! 

We also learned how a council works, before holding our own council meeting in a very special venue, the Council Chambers! ??

The day continued with a tour of the Guildhall, where pupils viewed the exhibitions and had the chance to see John Hume’s Nobel Peace Prize, a truly inspiring moment.

And of course, the visit finished with a magical stop to see Santa. 

A huge thank you to the Mayor and to Derry City & Strabane District Council for giving our pupils such a wonderful experience.