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Work on a 3.7 kilometre greenway has been completed in Strabane.
The greenway provides an alternative non-vehicular mode of travel to shops, workplaces and schools within Strabane and to the neighbouring town of Lifford.
The £1.292 million project was funded by the Department for Communities (£729,000), Derry City & Strabane District Council (£509,000) and the Department for Infrastructure (£54,000).
Communities Minister Deirdre Hargey said: "This investment from my Department of £729,000 has provided a welcome addition and improvement to the greenway network in Strabane.
"The physical and visual improvements have not only enhanced the image of the area, but more importantly connected communities and improved accessibility. It is now a vibrant area where all people are welcome, feel safe and can travel sustainably, offering everyone an inexpensive place for regular exercise. It is also helping to generate economic activity and contribute to the recovery of our town centres by providing an access route for many to use to support local traders as we move out of lockdown in a safe and controlled way.
"It is great that the greenway is now complete and can be enjoyed by all in the local community for years to come."
The route eases access to the SCORE site, the new Strabane Academy, the North West Regional College and Derry City and Strabane District Council offices and the town centre.
Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District, Councillor Brian Tierney, said: "During the pandemic we have seen a huge surge in outdoor exercise and more and more people seeking the respite of our walkways and green spaces. By creating new and enhanced infrastructure and improving access to these areas I hope that focus on outdoor exercise will continue and that more people will choose greener alternatives to road transport as things return to normal.
"I want to thank the Minister for her commitment to improving the health and wellbeing of local people by supporting the delivery of greenways and scenic spaces that are accessible and appealing to people of all ages and abilities."
