The stonemasons who worked on the Mourne Wall Restoration Project have been praised for delivering award-winning work.

The Mourne Wall scheme, which saw over 600 repairs delivered on the 22-mile structure, was named 'Project of the Year' at the RICS Awards, beating competition from a record 35 other entries.

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Congratulating the team for their work on the scheme, SLP MLA for South Down, Colin McGrath said: "This restoration project has been admired locally, and as of last night regionally. I am delighted this project has the potential to be recognised nationally as the team go forward to the UK wide competition.

"The team of stonemasons have outdone themselves on this project and are a real credit to their trade. As we enter the summer months, I would encourage as many people as to explore this area of outstanding natural beauty on our doorstep."

(CM/MH)