“Say nothin’ till ye see Claude!”

It’s a famous Derry saying, and now there’s another good reason to call into Claude’s: the café on Shipquay Street has become the first place to stock our MUCKERS Friendship Bands.

We couldn’t ask for a more fitting start.

Named after the great Derry solicitor Claude Wilton, remembered for helping people across community divisions, Claude’s is carrying that spirit of kindness forward in its own way.

With great food, gorgeous cakes, proper coffee and a warm welcome, it’s a lovely spot to take a break in the heart of the city. But the people behind the counter deserve recognition too.

Declan and the team have a proud record of giving back, including their Christmas dinner initiative, bringing food, company and kindness to people who need it. Their support for MUCKERS is another welcome example of that community spirit.

Our yellow Friendship Bands carry a simple message: friendship, kindness and respect belong to everyone. Whatever your background, wearing one shows your support for a community where people look beyond divisions and look out for each other.

By making the bands available in the café, Claude’s is helping that message reach more people.

So next time you’re on Shipquay Street, call in, enjoy something tasty and ask for a Friendship Band. Let’s show our appreciation to a local business that’s showing up for our community.

A big thank you to Declan and everyone at Claude’s for getting behind us.

I reckon Claude would be proud.

One city. One community. No divides.