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£450,000 road scheme for the Hilden area
Infrastructure Minister John O’Dowd has announced a £450,000 carriageway and footway resurfacing scheme for the Hilden area of Lisburn.
Communities Minister Gordon Lyons talks books with pupils from Largymore Primary School as they celebrate World Book Day at Lisburn Library.
Minister announces funding for new books in libraries across NI
Communities Minister Gordon Lyons has announced additional funding of £1million for new books for libraries across Northern Ireland.
Welcoming the delivery of new stock at Lisburn City Library, the Minister said: “I’m delighted to visit Lisburn City Library to mark World Book Day and to welcome the newly arrived stock of books. “I’m pleased to be able to support the funding of this replenishment of stock in all libraries. “Books are not only important for learning and knowledge, they also stimulate the imagination and encourage creativity and communication. “It is a joy to see the
excitement of younger readers today and to know the pleasure they will bring to readers of all ages and interests” The Minister also took part in a storytelling session with children from Largymore Primary School and heard about the vital role local libraries play in encouraging reading, providing access to information, and supporting lifelong learning. Minister Lyons added: “Our local libraries play a vital role within
communities, not only providing a place to read and learn, but somewhere where people can gather, study and access technology. They offer an ever-evolving range of services, including digital learning platforms, and community programmes and help address the issues around social isolation. It is important that we continue to invest in our libraries to ensure they remain the heart of our local communities.” Libraries NI Chief Executive Jim O’Hagan
said: “We are very grateful to be able to buy books again and we know that our customers will be delighted to hear that new titles are arriving in libraries and also online. Reading for pleasure plays a vital role in enhancing literacy skills, promoting wellbeing, fostering continuous learning, alleviating stress and for boosting memory and concentration. The new book stock will include books for all ages and interests, eBooks and eAudiobooks for libraries across Northern Ireland.
The resurfacing scheme, which extends from Millbrook Walk to Grand Street and includes Wilson Street, will deliver significant benefits for residents, road users and pedestrians. Work on Roseville Pak, Roseville Walk, Barley Hill, Huguenot Drive and Wilson Street got underway recently. Infrastructure Minister John O’Dowd said: “This is a substantial investment for the Lisburn area which will deliver significant benefits for local residents, road users and pedestrians. The investment demonstrates my commitment to improving our road network, which is vital for connecting our businesses and communities. I would like to thank residents, local businesses and commuters
for their patience while this essential infrastructure work is carried out.” To facilitate the scheme, Roseville Park, Roseville Walk, Barley Hill and Huguenot Drive will be closed between the hours of 7.30am and 5.30pm until Friday 20 September 2024 (Monday to Friday only). During periods of closure a diversion will operate via Victoria Crescent - Wesley Street - Low Road - Grand Street and vice versa. Subject to favourable weather conditions, the works will be substantially complete by Friday 20 September 2024, however the Department will keep the public informed of any change. For more information about this and other improvement schemes visit: http://www. TrafficwatchNI.com.