A programme of road improvements in Bangor is on track for completion shortly.

The Department for Infrastructure is investing £230,000 to improve a 550-metre section of Bexley Road, including road and footway resurfacing. A 90-metre section of the carriageway has also been widened to extend the existing cycle lane which will further improve road safety in the area.

Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon visited the site of the work to see first-hand the investment being made in the North Down area.

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Speaking after the visit, Minister Mallon said: "I am committed to delivering for all communities across the north and this scheme will greatly improve the strength and surface quality of this section of the road network and will serve the local community and visitors to the area for many years to come. 

"The extension of the cycle lane and resurfacing of the footways will also increase opportunities for active travel and those who wish to walk, wheel or cycle.

"With several local schools and businesses in this popular and busy residential area it is important that we all have the right to travel safely whatever mode of travel we choose.

"I would like to thank local residents for their co-operation while these works were carried out."