Work is set to begin on a £57,000 scheme to alleviate the effects of flooding in Strabane.

Led by the Department for Infrastructure, the project will get underway on Monday 14 February on the U4015 Pearse Gardens and is expected to be complete by Saturday 26 March 2022.

During these dates the street will remain closed from 8am to 6pm daily to facilitate the work. Closure of St. Colman's Drive will also be required for the same period. This is necessary in order to lay a new drainage pipe from Pearse Gardens to the main storm sewer in Ballycolman Avenue.

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A diversion route will be in place via B72 Melmount Road and U2044 Ballycolman Avenue. Access for residents will be maintained but delays should be expected.

Announcing the flood alleviation scheme, Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon said: "I met residents last year and reassured them of my commitment to seeking ways to alleviate the effects of the flooding and to introducing measures that will help prevent flooding.

"I committed during my time as Minister to taking action to protect homes and businesses from flooding. These works are designed to alleviate the flooding in this area that occurs during periods of heavy rain. This will make a real difference to people's lives.

"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."