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    Derry-Londonderry's year as the UK City of Culture in 2013 has had a lasting positive impact on perceptions of Northern Ireland's tourism potential according to two surveys, boosting the local economy through flagship events like BBC Radio One's Big Weekend. While some hoped for a greater economic impact, the designation helped improve Derry-Londonderry's image and convey a sense of confidence and progress in Northern Ireland.

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    Derry-Londonderry's year as the UK City of Culture in 2013 has had a lasting positive impact on perceptions of Northern Ireland's tourism potential according to two surveys, boosting the local economy through flagship events like BBC Radio One's Big Weekend. While some hoped for a greater economic impact, the designation helped improve Derry-Londonderry's image and convey a sense of confidence and progress in Northern Ireland.

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    Derry-Londonderry's year as the UK City of Culture in 2013 has had a lasting positive impact on perceptions of Northern Ireland's tourism potential according to two surveys, boosting the local economy through flagship events like BBC Radio One's Big Weekend. While some hoped for a greater economic impact, the designation helped improve Derry-Londonderry's image and convey a sense of confidence and progress in Northern Ireland.

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    Two recent surveys, of consumers and tourism businesses, conducted by
    the Northern Ireland Tourist Board show that Derry-Londonderry UK City
    of Culture 2013 has created a lasting impact in Northern Ireland and the
    Republic of Ireland, and has enhanced perceptions of the tourism
    potential of Northern Ireland.
    The City of Culture impact has gone beyond tourism, and has helped to
    create a legacy of an improved image and changed perceptions,
    conveying the message that Northern Ireland is confidently moving on.
    Its economy has been boosted by hosting flagship event such as BBC
    Radio One's Big Weekend.
    Some had hoped that millions of pounds of funding would have a
    greater impact on Derry's economy.
    It is a city that has suffered in the downturn, having faced long battles
    with issues like unemployment and deprivation.

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