Menu
23/04/2008
Maze Belfast Alternatives Identified
Consultants commissioned by Belfast City Council have identified five viable sites as potential alternatives to the Maze Stadium.
The sites, which the researchers believe are better suited to hosting a multi-sports complex for football, rugby and Gaelic games, are all within the city.
The five locations are Ormeau Park, the Danny Blanchflower Park, the North Foreshore, Maysfield and the Boucher Road playing fields.
UUP Councillor Bob Stoker, chair of the council's parks and leisure committee, said a comprehensive case had been made for a stadium in the city.
"Some councillors require additional information on site specific questions which will be dealt with over the next couple of months," he said.
Councillors must decide on their preferred option before the summer.
The report will now to be given to Ministers Edwin Poots and Peter Robinson who are revising the proposals for a stadium at the former Maze prison site, outside Lisburn.
(VB/JM)
The sites, which the researchers believe are better suited to hosting a multi-sports complex for football, rugby and Gaelic games, are all within the city.
The five locations are Ormeau Park, the Danny Blanchflower Park, the North Foreshore, Maysfield and the Boucher Road playing fields.
UUP Councillor Bob Stoker, chair of the council's parks and leisure committee, said a comprehensive case had been made for a stadium in the city.
"Some councillors require additional information on site specific questions which will be dealt with over the next couple of months," he said.
Councillors must decide on their preferred option before the summer.
The report will now to be given to Ministers Edwin Poots and Peter Robinson who are revising the proposals for a stadium at the former Maze prison site, outside Lisburn.
(VB/JM)
Related Northern Ireland News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
29 April 2010
Belfast's Hidden Rivers 'Uncovered'
A new Belfast City Council supported arts project is to 'uncover' the hidden rivers that flow under Belfast's modern streets. 'Resounding Rivers' will draw attention to the importance of rivers such as the Blackstaff and Farset, as well as the Lagan herself, in the development and history of our city.
Belfast's Hidden Rivers 'Uncovered'
A new Belfast City Council supported arts project is to 'uncover' the hidden rivers that flow under Belfast's modern streets. 'Resounding Rivers' will draw attention to the importance of rivers such as the Blackstaff and Farset, as well as the Lagan herself, in the development and history of our city.
01 March 2024
Belfast Region City Deal Investment Creates 'Significant Opportunities'
Belfast City Council has hosted an event for business leaders to learn more about the opportunities being created by the Belfast Region City Deal programme of investment – and how they can connect to, and benefit from them.
Belfast Region City Deal Investment Creates 'Significant Opportunities'
Belfast City Council has hosted an event for business leaders to learn more about the opportunities being created by the Belfast Region City Deal programme of investment – and how they can connect to, and benefit from them.
12 January 2018
New Black Taxi Jobs Announced
Funding to create 26 new Black Taxi driver jobs has been announced by Sinn Féin Councillor Ciaran Beattie. Cllr Beattie posted the news to his Facebook, and it is understood that the funding has been secured through Belfast City Council. A jobs fair for hopeful drivers will be held at Cultúrlann on 01 February.
New Black Taxi Jobs Announced
Funding to create 26 new Black Taxi driver jobs has been announced by Sinn Féin Councillor Ciaran Beattie. Cllr Beattie posted the news to his Facebook, and it is understood that the funding has been secured through Belfast City Council. A jobs fair for hopeful drivers will be held at Cultúrlann on 01 February.
21 March 2016
Homeless Woman Dies In Belfast
A homeless woman has died on the streets of Belfast. The woman is believed to have been aged in the 30s and her death is not being treated as suspicious. A post mortem is to be carried out to determine the cause of death. The woman is the fifth person to die on the city's streets in recent weeks.
Homeless Woman Dies In Belfast
A homeless woman has died on the streets of Belfast. The woman is believed to have been aged in the 30s and her death is not being treated as suspicious. A post mortem is to be carried out to determine the cause of death. The woman is the fifth person to die on the city's streets in recent weeks.
19 June 2012
Council Asked To Fly Armed Forces Flag
The Ministry of Defence has asked Belfast City Council to fly a flag for a full week to mark Armed Forces Day. But the letter has arrived too late to be discussed by the full council and in the past, there has been no consensus between political parties on whether or not to fly it. Armed Forces Day, now in its fourth year, is on Saturday June 30.
Council Asked To Fly Armed Forces Flag
The Ministry of Defence has asked Belfast City Council to fly a flag for a full week to mark Armed Forces Day. But the letter has arrived too late to be discussed by the full council and in the past, there has been no consensus between political parties on whether or not to fly it. Armed Forces Day, now in its fourth year, is on Saturday June 30.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A showery start with outbreaks most frequent north of Lough Neagh and through the morning, before dwindling during the afternoon as the northwest breezes ease and brighter spells of weak sunshine prosper. Maximum temperature 8 °C.Tonight:A dry night, save for a few light showers around the coasts, with prolonged clear spells and light winds bringing a frosty dawn for many in central and southern parts. Minimum temperature -3 °C.
