Maghaberry based businesses welcome the recently completed Environmental Improvement Scheme, which has enhanced a central car park in the village.
Delivered by Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council this project is part of its £2.3m Small Settlements Scheme funded by the Department for Communities and the Department for Infrastructure.
This local project involved the resurfacing of the car park to provide safer and improved accessibility to businesses in the heart of Maghaberry village.
Communities Minister Gordon Lyons said: “My department, through the Covid Recovery Small Settlements Regeneration Programme, continues to work collaboratively across central and local government to deliver partnership projects. The upgrade of the carpark in Maghaberry provides improved accessibility for the public, supporting my commitment to develop safe attractive centres.”
Alderman Amanda Grehan, Chair of the council’s Regeneration and Growth Committee said: “We are delighted with the positive response to the enhancements of this central car park in Maghaberry. It complements the overall village environment and visual appeal for the local community.”
Michael Mooney, Maghaberry Pharmacy, said: “We are very appreciative of the upgrades to the car park and welcome the investment from the council. The safety of our customers is important us and the improvements will hopefully encourage residents to visit more regularly.”
The council’s Small Settlements Regeneration Programme was designed to address the regeneration needs of rural villages. It has been made possible through funding from the Department for Communities (DfC), the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA), and the Department for Infrastructure (DfI).