Casement Park in west Belfast is to undergo redevelopment work.

The Minister for Communities Paul Givan confirmed at a recent meeting that he is committed to the project, according to Sinn Fein.

Mr Fra McCann MLA welcomed the Minister's announcement and said it sends out a clear message to the local community and the GAA across Antrim and Ulster that the project will go ahead when a planning decision is made.

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Mr McCann said: "This is a landmark project and will greatly enhance the regeneration of the west Belfast area.

"When completed, it will add to the city's great sporting venues alongside Windsor Park and the Kingspan Stadium at Ravenhill."

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