This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: elwynsoutter1 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.britisles.ireland.tyr.general/7458.2.1.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: The name could be changed but the point is that half the population strongly favour Londonderry and the other half Derry. Sticking exclusively to one would cause great offence and uproar in the other half of the community, who would ignore the change anyway. So the arrangement that keeps the peace best is one where both are in use. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.