Developed by Fermanagh District Council the project will provide a new surface, additional drainage and the trimming back of vegetation along 320 metres of the Riverside Path within Cornagrade and Kilmacormick housing estates. In the same area, derelict equipment and other concrete structures at a disused play area will also be removed and the area sown out in grass. The work will improve the appearance of the area and reduce opportunities for anti-social behaviour.
Making the announcement, Margaret Ritchie said: “I am pleased to support this project for environmental improvements in the Cornagrade and Kilmacormick area of Enniskillen. It demonstrates my commitment to tackling deprivation and closing the gap between those who live in disadvantaged areas and those who do not.”
“The maintenance of a pleasant environment in local housing areas strengthens residents' pride of place and sense of belonging. The rejuvenated pathway and area of open space will be an asset for local residents for many years.”
Investments of £33,000 and £25,000 respectively on improving sections of the riverside path have recently been secured from Fermanagh District Council’s Landfill Communities Fund and the Department of Culture Arts and Leisure. The latest funding announcement by Minister Ritchie will ensure that the remainder of the path is completed.
NOTES TO EDITORS:
- The Neighbourhood Renewal Strategy ‘People and Place’ was published in June 2003 to close the gap between the quality of life for people in the most deprived neighbourhoods and the rest of society. The Neighbourhood Renewal Strategy has four interlinking strategic objectives.
• Community Renewal – to develop confident communities that are able and committed to improving the quality of life in their areas.
• Economic Renewal – to develop economic activity in the most deprived neighbourhoods and connect them to the wider urban economy.
• Social Renewal – to improve social conditions for the people who live in the most deprived neighbourhoods through better co-ordinated public services and the creation of safer environments.
• Physical Renewal – to help create attractive, safe and sustainable environments in the most deprived neighbourhoods. - Media enquires to DSD Information Office on 028 9082 9496. Out of hours, please contact the Duty Press Office via pager number 07699 715 440 and your call will be returned.
