Work has started to develop a new £3.9 million primary school in Rostrevor, Co Down.

The new build, for St Bronagh's Primary School, will be carried out in two stages and includes a seven class Primary School and a Youth Club, which is subject to planning permission.

Education Minister John O'Dowd said: "I am delighted to be here today to celebrate this key milestone for St Bronagh's Primary School. This £3.9million investment will provide state of the art accommodation which will positively impact on the pupils and staff of the school for many generations to come.

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"Ongoing investment in our schools estate is essential if we are to continue to provide a quality education and I have always lobbied hard for the best deal possible to ensure our schools get the attention they need and deserve.

"I am delighted that during my time as Minister I have been able to advance 56 major school projects to proceed in planning representing over £500 million investment and 51 School Enhancement Projects with an estimated value of £134 million. I also recently announced a further £40 million capital investment that will enable 10 primary school projects to advance in planning. Such investment has a positive impact on the entire school community and will continue to do so for many years to come."

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