Magherafelt's £1.9 million public realm scheme has been shortlisted in the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) Awards For Planning Excellence.

The RTPI awards celebrate exceptional examples of planning and the contribution planners make to society.

The local scheme will compete against nine other nominees in the 'Excellence in Planning for a Successful Economy' category.

Mid Ulster District Council's project involved erecting three lighting columns in Market Square and a large piece of art in the mini-roundabout.

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New paving, seating, lighting and planting were also installed in Broad Street, Queen Street, Rainey Street, Market Street and The Diamond.

RTPI President Ian Tant MRTPI said: "Many congratulations to all this year's finalists, who demonstrate outstanding contributions to planning, producing a positive effect on our communities, the economy and the environment. They have shown how planners can use their passion and skills to meet needs, deliver high quality design and tackle environmental challenges – they should all be proud of their role as a force for good in society."

The winners will be announced during a ceremony at Milton Court Concert Hall in London on 24 April 2019.

(CM/JG)