A £2.1 million public realm scheme in Ballynahinch, Co Down, is now complete.

The project involved improvements to footpaths, street furniture, planting and lighting throughout the town centre.

Social Development Minister Mervyn Storey said: "Ballynahinch is an excellent example of the difference Public Realm projects and Revitalisation initiatives can make to our local towns. Together these two valuable investments have given new life to the commercial heart of Ballynahinch to the benefit of everyone who works or shops here."

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The Public Realm improvement works included:

• upgrading of footpaths;

• increased and improved lighting provision;

• under-grounding of overhead services;

• additional street furniture and foliage throughout the town; and

• refurbishment of The Square and public art features.

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