New street lighting is to be installed in Craigavon, Co Armgh.

Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon confirmed work will begin on the £360,000 street lighting scheme on the A3 Lake Road on 09 August.

The scheme will see the installation of new street lighting columns and replacement underground cables with new LED lights. The scheme will extend from Roundabout 1 up to and including Roundabout 3.

Minister Mallon said: "This significant investment will benefit everyone who travels and works in the area. I am committed to addressing the issues which matter most to people and street lighting services are crucial in ensuring those driving, cycling, wheeling and walking can do so safely within their communities.

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"This investment provides new LED technology along the A3. It is important that adequate street lighting not only improves the quality of lighting but is more energy efficient given my commitment to climate action.

"I would like to thank the public and local residents in advance for their cooperation and ask that they comply with all temporary traffic restrictions while these much needed works are completed."

Subject to weather conditions, the scheme is expected to be completed by the end of September 2021.