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23/09/2005
Belfast's historic 'entries' get £400k face-lift
Some of Belfast's oldest thoroughfares have been given a £400,000 facelift, with the first phase in the new development completed on Friday.
Social Development Minister David Hanson, today marked the completion by visiting three of the entries - Winecellar Entry, Pottinger's Entry and Castle Arcade - to see the environmental improvement work that has been completed.
Speaking at Winecellar Entry off Lombard Street, the Minister said: "This area is where Belfast began and developed into the city it is today. The entries have considerable architectural merit and are an important part of the city's history. Environmental improvement schemes, such as this one, are an important part of Government's strategy to improve the public realm for local people and tourists alike."
Lord Mayor of Belfast, Councillor Wallace Brown, added: "Belfast City Council firmly believes that working in partnership with government departments, other agencies and the private sector is the best way forward to ensure the successful regeneration of the city centre.
"The entries initiative, which is part of the council's Brighter Belfast agenda, is an excellent example of how the partnership approach can succeed. The refurbishment of these famous entries, which are such an important part of the city's heritage, are an indicator that the city is on the road to recovery after many years of difficult times."
Phase II of the project has identified a further three entries for environmental improvement: Crown Entry, Wilson's Court and Joy's Entry. Work on these is due to begin in April 2006 and is expected to cost a further £500,000.
(MB/SP)
Social Development Minister David Hanson, today marked the completion by visiting three of the entries - Winecellar Entry, Pottinger's Entry and Castle Arcade - to see the environmental improvement work that has been completed.
Speaking at Winecellar Entry off Lombard Street, the Minister said: "This area is where Belfast began and developed into the city it is today. The entries have considerable architectural merit and are an important part of the city's history. Environmental improvement schemes, such as this one, are an important part of Government's strategy to improve the public realm for local people and tourists alike."
Lord Mayor of Belfast, Councillor Wallace Brown, added: "Belfast City Council firmly believes that working in partnership with government departments, other agencies and the private sector is the best way forward to ensure the successful regeneration of the city centre.
"The entries initiative, which is part of the council's Brighter Belfast agenda, is an excellent example of how the partnership approach can succeed. The refurbishment of these famous entries, which are such an important part of the city's heritage, are an indicator that the city is on the road to recovery after many years of difficult times."
Phase II of the project has identified a further three entries for environmental improvement: Crown Entry, Wilson's Court and Joy's Entry. Work on these is due to begin in April 2006 and is expected to cost a further £500,000.
(MB/SP)
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