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07/11/2014
£5.5m Ebrington Development Completed
A £5.5m project to revamp Ebrington Square in L'derry has been completed.
The news has been welcomed by the First and deputy First Ministers.
The investment included the creation of a 214-space car park, improved road access and an extension to the Waterside Greenway for walkers and cyclists. There is also what has been called a "development platform", which could be used as a large office block, creating further investment opportunities in the future.
First Minister Peter Robinson said: "Today's completion of this £5.5million project is evidence of the Northern Ireland Executive's commitment to invest and create employment opportunities in the North West to make life better for everyone.
"Ebrington Square has now become an integral part of Londonderry with the potential to provide high quality office accommodation along with providing a tremendous platform for major events and performances."
Deputy First Minister, Martin McGuinness, added: "I am pleased to announce the completion of this £5.5million investment in Ebrington. This investment signals our continued commitment to Ebrington, Derry and the North West.
"The site will be a catalyst for job creation, building on the recently announced craft brewery and the café, both scheduled to open in spring 2015. It is imperative the right infrastructure is in place to support our aspirations to attract investment and create jobs for people.
"Along the banks of the Foyle and against the backdrop of our magnificent Peace Bridge, Ebrington really is one of the iconic sites of the city. It is only at its best when it is being utilised and enjoyed by people and this infrastructure improvement will add to the overall experience."
Philip Flynn, Chair of Ilex, commented: "The car park will serve patrons of Ebrington and will also be used for events on site. Directly above the car park is a development platform.
"This is a new investment opportunity which could accommodate a building of ca. 75,000 sq ft. In the interim, the platform will add to the high quality public realm with seating areas and views across the Foyle."
The project contract was awarded to Co L'derry firm BSG Civil Engineering and delivered at a total cost of £5.5m from OFMDFM.
(JP/MH)
The news has been welcomed by the First and deputy First Ministers.
The investment included the creation of a 214-space car park, improved road access and an extension to the Waterside Greenway for walkers and cyclists. There is also what has been called a "development platform", which could be used as a large office block, creating further investment opportunities in the future.
First Minister Peter Robinson said: "Today's completion of this £5.5million project is evidence of the Northern Ireland Executive's commitment to invest and create employment opportunities in the North West to make life better for everyone.
"Ebrington Square has now become an integral part of Londonderry with the potential to provide high quality office accommodation along with providing a tremendous platform for major events and performances."
Deputy First Minister, Martin McGuinness, added: "I am pleased to announce the completion of this £5.5million investment in Ebrington. This investment signals our continued commitment to Ebrington, Derry and the North West.
"The site will be a catalyst for job creation, building on the recently announced craft brewery and the café, both scheduled to open in spring 2015. It is imperative the right infrastructure is in place to support our aspirations to attract investment and create jobs for people.
"Along the banks of the Foyle and against the backdrop of our magnificent Peace Bridge, Ebrington really is one of the iconic sites of the city. It is only at its best when it is being utilised and enjoyed by people and this infrastructure improvement will add to the overall experience."
Philip Flynn, Chair of Ilex, commented: "The car park will serve patrons of Ebrington and will also be used for events on site. Directly above the car park is a development platform.
"This is a new investment opportunity which could accommodate a building of ca. 75,000 sq ft. In the interim, the platform will add to the high quality public realm with seating areas and views across the Foyle."
The project contract was awarded to Co L'derry firm BSG Civil Engineering and delivered at a total cost of £5.5m from OFMDFM.
(JP/MH)
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