Chair Fermanagh & Omagh

Official page of the Chair of the Council, Councillor Debbie Coyle —bringing you updates on official activities, events and initiatives of the Council Chair.

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Vice Chair, Cllr Stephen McCann, was pleased to attend the Omagh Show Pre-Launch Reception at the Silverbirch Hotel. Now in its 184th year, the Show remains a key rural highlight. Thanks to Tyrone Farming Society Committee for their dedication. FODC is proud to support the Show

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I was delighted to attend the 1st anniversary of @CancerFocusNI, Fermanagh Cancer Support Centre in Enniskillen, a truly special resource right here on our doorstep. Find out more at https://t.co/tpgwis34dx

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At tonight's Annual Meeting Councillor Debbie Coyle (Sinn Féin) was appointed as Chair of Fermanagh and Omagh District Council for 2026-2027.

Councillor Stephen McCann (Sinn Féin) was appointed as Vice Chair for 2026-2027. More at https://t.co/h6Holo7McJ

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...Geraldine McKay, Director of Unscheduled Care, Medicine, Cancer and Clinical Services; Shane Breen, Assistant Director ICS; and Chris Curran for their warm welcome and for taking the time to provide such an informative tour and overview of the services.

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1/2 Today, my last day as Council Chair, I paid a second visit to Omagh Hospital and Primary Care Complex, this time to meet with the Renal Services and Outpatients teams. Here, I gained further insight into the excellent care provided to patients. My sincere thanks to...

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...strong social value element being delivered through GRAHAM’s work. This is a significant investment for the District and will provide a modern, high quality leisure facility for our residents and visitors.

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I was delighted to have the opportunity, along with fellow Councillors, to visit the site of the redevelopment of the Fermanagh Lakeland Forum in Enniskillen recently.
It is excellent to see the progress being made on this important redevelopment project, with construction...

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...continuing to move forward at pace and on track. Standing within the footprint of the new eight-lane swimming pool really brings the scale of the development to life.
I was very interested to hear more about the wide range of subcontractors and suppliers involved, and the...

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…taking part, demonstrating great energy, determination and sportsmanship. A well-organised event that celebrated sport, wellbeing and community spirit among local children.

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Our Vice Chair, Councillor Shirley Hawkes thoroughly enjoyed attending the recent Primary School Cross Country event at the Bawnacre in Irvinestown . This was a fantastic morning for all involved. Shirley said "It was wonderful to meet with so many enthusiastic children…

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Delighted to attend Annual Volunteer Recognition Event today in Omagh, hosted by Omagh Volunteer Centre. Sincere thanks to all our volunteers, your dedication makes a real difference in our community. It was great to be able to recognise & celebrate your invaluable contribution

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...of our culture and community spirit.
A sincere ‘míle buíochas’ to Newtownbutler CCÉ, the organising committee, and to all the volunteers whose hard work makes this special event possible. Wishing everyone taking part the very best of luck

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1/2 It was fantastic to be invited to attend the launch of Fermanagh Fleadh 2026 at Crom.
It was a pleasure to welcome competitors and visitors and to celebrate the rich tradition of Irish music, song, dance, and storytelling. Events like the Fleadh are a fantastic showcase...

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...language tradition within St. Michael’s school community. Comhghairdeas libh uilig idir mhúinteoirí agus dhaltaí.

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Bhí gliondar orm nuair a chuala mé go raibh Gradam Gaelbhratach bainte amach i gColáiste Mhichíl, an chéad scoil i bhFear Manach.
Le linn na bliana, d’oibrigh siad go crua chun an Ghaeilge a chur chun cinn i saol laethúil na scoile – agus tá siad fíor bhródúil as an éacht seo.

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I was absolutely delighted that the Irish Department in St. Michael’s College has achieved the Gaelbhratach award – the first school in Fermanagh to do so!
I was honoured to visit the school and to learn at first hand of the incredible work, commitment, and strong Irish...

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3/3 Well done / Maith sibh to all those recognised and to all those nominated. Thanks also to the parents, teachers and mentors who support them every day. You are all fantastic ambassadors for our District, and we wish you every success for the future.

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1/3 It was a pleasure to host the annual Young Achievers’ Reception at the Ardhowen Theatre in Enniskillen. I did this alongside Vice Chair Councillor Shirley Hawkes, marking our final reception in terms of our 2025/2026 civic roles. We recognised and celebrated....

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2/3 the achievements of young people across our District over the past year. The number and quality of nominations once again highlight the incredible talent, dedication and positive contribution our young people bring to our communities.