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A new Sure Start building in south Belfast has officially opened.
The newly-refurbished building in Belvoir will be used to create a community Early Years hub for the whole community.
Education Minister John O'Dowd said: "We all recognise that quality early years leaning and development have a direct positive impact on a child's educational outcomes in later life. This builds on the very first learning done at home from birth and provides a solid basis for every child's continuing learning journey.
"By supporting parents and carers in their role as first and ongoing educators the Sure Start Programme provides a significant contribution to this process."
Sure Start programmes are specifically designed to reflect and respond to the needs of the local community and having these new facilities will bring much added value to the area.
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