The SDLP is calling for the new roads fund to be used to rebuild the North West, Co L'Derry.

Foyle MLA Mark H Durkan said the budget announcement must be spent rebuilding the economy in the North West.

He said: "The Treasury must work closely with the devolved nations to implement these changes. But more importantly, we must see our fair share of roads investment as a result.

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"New infrastructure developments in England must see Barnett Consequentials won for the North and that money must be spent rebuilding the economy in our North West. That means a new Belfast – Derry motorway and a commitment to the A5 and A6 projects."

(CD/JP)