The SDLP is calling for the "political games" being played over the development of the A5 in West Tyrone to end.

The party's representative Daniel McCrossan said the development is "too important" to be used as a "political football between parties" and wants to see the project get over the line.

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He said: "The A5 project is hugely important both for West Tyrone and the wider North West.

"I note the comments made by Sinn Féin representatives suggesting Danny Kennedy has dragged his feet for political reasons. Perhaps Sinn Féin need reminding that they held the Regional Development Ministry for long enough under Conor Murphy and had ample opportunity to progress this infrastructure project. Their hypocrisy is astounding and if they’d been half as committed to delivering the project as they are to seeking political advantage, we might be in a better place."

(CD)