The Northern Ireland Housing Executive (NIHE) is being called to reverse its decision to not refurbish tower blocks in west Belfast.

Sinn Féin MLA Fra McCann said the failure to decide on the future of Divis Tower is short sighted.

Many residents are living in freezing conditions with poor heating or no insulation.

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Mr McCann said: "I visited Divis Tower with the Communities Minister two weeks ago, and he was able to see the conditions first hand.

"I have also been campaigning for the Housing Executive and department to take action but the decision of the Housing Executive Board last week kicked that into touch.

"This is a disgraceful decision especially when one considers that Divis Tower is a much sought after place to live.

"I will be asking that this decision by the Housing Executive be reversed and investment cleared to bring Divis Tower up to a standard which makes it liveable for its tenants."

(CD/LM)